Northwest Africa 4566
L3.7 (L Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4566 is a L3.7 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 74.0 g.
74.0 g
Mass
L3.7
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 45517 |
| Classification | L3.7 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 74.0 g (2.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2005 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"74.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4566?
Northwest Africa 4566 is classified as L3.7 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4566 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4566 meteorite has a mass of 74.0 g (2.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4566 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4566 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.
Same Classification
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- Allan Hills 90411 5.8 kg
- Northwest Africa 6120 2.3 kg
- Yamato 74191 1.1 kg
- Ceniceros 1.0 kg
- Tanezrouft 042 800.0 g
- Northwest Africa 4553 531.0 g
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