Northwest Africa 2243

L3-5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2243 is a L3-5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.

2.0 kg
Mass
L3-5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17639
Classification L3-5 (L Chondrite)
Mass2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2243?

Northwest Africa 2243 is classified as L3-5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2243 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2243 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2243 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2243 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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