Northwest Africa 2549

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2549 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 17.0 g.

17.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID31112
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass17.0 g (0.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"17.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2549?

Northwest Africa 2549 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2549 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2549 meteorite has a mass of 17.0 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2549 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2549 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.

Same Classification

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