Northwest Africa 4961
L3-5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2004 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 4961 is a L3-5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2004 . It has a recorded mass of 23.0 g.
23.0 g
Mass
L3-5
Classification
Found
Type
2004
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 47016 |
| Classification | L3-5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 23.0 g (0.8 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2004 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"23.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 4961?
Northwest Africa 4961 is classified as L3-5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 4961 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 4961 meteorite has a mass of 23.0 g (0.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Northwest Africa 4961 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 4961 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2004.
Same Classification
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- Cook 011 471.0 g
- Acfer 133 362.0 g
- Acfer 102 346.0 g
- Northwest Africa 2547 287.0 g
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