Northwest Africa 4576

Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2005 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 4576 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 30.0 kg.

30.0 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID45525
Classification Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass30.0 kg (66.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"30.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4576?

Northwest Africa 4576 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 4576 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 4576 meteorite has a mass of 30.0 kg (66.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Northwest Africa 4576 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 4576 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.

Same Classification

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