Northwest Africa 2470

L3-4 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2470 is a L3-4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 266.0 g.

266.0 g
Mass
L3-4
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID33064
Classification L3-4 (L Chondrite)
Mass266.0 g (9.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"266.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2470?

Northwest Africa 2470 is classified as L3-4 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2470 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2470 meteorite has a mass of 266.0 g (9.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2470 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2470 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.

Same Classification

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