Northwest Africa 4553
L3.7 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4553 is a L3.7 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 . It has a recorded mass of 531.0 g.
531.0 g
Mass
L3.7
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 45513 |
| Classification | L3.7 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 531.0 g (18.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2006 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"531.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4553?
Northwest Africa 4553 is classified as L3.7 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4553 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4553 meteorite has a mass of 531.0 g (18.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4553 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4553 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2006.
Same Classification
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- Northwest Africa 6120 2.3 kg
- Yamato 74191 1.1 kg
- Ceniceros 1.0 kg
- Tanezrouft 042 800.0 g
- Northwest Africa 1783 413.0 g
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