Northwest Africa 2269

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2269 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 184.0 g.

184.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID30929
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass184.0 g (6.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates27.96667N, 7.95W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"184.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2269?

Northwest Africa 2269 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2269 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2269 meteorite has a mass of 184.0 g (6.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2269 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2269 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2002.

Same Classification

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