Northwest Africa 2581

L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2004 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2581 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2004 . It has a recorded mass of 494.4 g.

494.4 g
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2004
Year

Details

NASA ID33102
Classification L5/6 (L Chondrite)
Mass494.4 g (17.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2004
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"494.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2581?

Northwest Africa 2581 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2581 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2581 meteorite has a mass of 494.4 g (17.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2581 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2581 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2004.

Same Classification

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