Northwest Africa 4430

L3.8 (L Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 4430 is a L3.8 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.

1.4 kg
Mass
L3.8
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID45442
Classification L3.8 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.4 kg (3.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4430?

Northwest Africa 4430 is classified as L3.8 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 4430 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 4430 meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 4430 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 4430 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.

Same Classification

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