Northwest Africa 4812

CK (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 4812 is a CK (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 . It has a recorded mass of 68.0 g.

68.0 g
Mass
CK
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID45736
Classification CK (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass68.0 g (2.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"68.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4812?

Northwest Africa 4812 is classified as CK (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 4812 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 4812 meteorite has a mass of 68.0 g (2.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 4812 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 4812 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2006.

Same Classification

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