Northwest Africa 4259
LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4259 is a LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 480.0 g.
480.0 g
Mass
LL4-6
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 35382 |
| Classification | LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 480.0 g (16.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"480.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4259?
Northwest Africa 4259 is classified as LL4-6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4259 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4259 meteorite has a mass of 480.0 g (16.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4259 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4259 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
Same Classification
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- Dhofar 375 6.9 kg
- Sahara 97211 4.1 kg
- Hammadah al Hamra 218 2.5 kg
- Vishnupur 2.4 kg
- Northwest Africa 7734 1.9 kg
- Hammadah al Hamra 181 1.1 kg
- Northwest Africa 5078 966.0 g
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