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 ID | 17639 |
| Classification | L3-5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| 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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- Acfer 133 362.0 g
- Acfer 102 346.0 g
- Northwest Africa 2547 287.0 g
- Tanezrouft 030 146.0 g
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