Northwest Africa 4217
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2006 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4217 is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2006 . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 35340 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2006 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4217?
Northwest Africa 4217 is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4217 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4217 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4217 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4217 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2006.
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