Northwest Africa 513

L4/5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 513 is a L4/5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.

1.0 kg
Mass
L4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17764
Classification L4/5 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
Coordinates23.6N, 5W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 513?

Northwest Africa 513 is classified as L4/5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 513 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 513 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 513 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 513 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.

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