Northwest Africa 2428
Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2004 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 2428 is a Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2004 . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 kg.
1.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sHL
Classification
Found
Type
2004
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 31020 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.7 kg (3.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2004 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2428?
Northwest Africa 2428 is classified as Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 2428 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 2428 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 kg (3.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 2428 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 2428 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2004.
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