Northwest Africa 256
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 256 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 7.0 kg.
7.0 kg
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17668 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 29.91667N, 5.58333W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"7.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 256?
Northwest Africa 256 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 256 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 256 meteorite has a mass of 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 256 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 256 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.
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