Northwest Africa 4344

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

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 4344 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 4.7 kg.

4.7 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID44750
Classification L5/6 (L Chondrite)
Mass4.7 kg (10.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4344?

Northwest Africa 4344 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 4344 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 4344 meteorite has a mass of 4.7 kg (10.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 4344 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 4344 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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