Northwest Africa 4540
CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4540 is a CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.
1.3 kg
Mass
CO3.5
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 45504 |
| Classification | CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2006 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4540?
Northwest Africa 4540 is classified as CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4540 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4540 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4540 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4540 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2006.
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