Northwest Africa 3069

L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 3069 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.

1.2 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID31200
Classification L5/6 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 3069?

Northwest Africa 3069 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 3069 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 3069 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 3069 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 3069 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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