Northwest Africa 429

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 429 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 911.0 g.

911.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year

Details

NASA ID17721
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass911.0 g (2.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2001
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"911.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 429?

Northwest Africa 429 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 429 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 429 meteorite has a mass of 911.0 g (2.0 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 429 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 429 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.

Same Classification

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