Northwest Africa 4773

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 4773 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found . It has a recorded mass of 249.8 g.

249.8 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
Year

Details

NASA ID45698
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass249.8 g (8.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"249.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4773?

Northwest Africa 4773 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 4773 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 4773 meteorite has a mass of 249.8 g (8.8 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 4773 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 4773 meteorite was found in Unknown location.

Same Classification

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