Northwest Africa 5201

Ureilite (Achondrite) · Found 2007 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5201 is a Ureilite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2007 . It has a recorded mass of 11.7 kg.

11.7 kg
Mass
Ureilite
Classification
Found
Type
2007
Year

Details

NASA ID47321
Classification Ureilite (Achondrite)
Mass11.7 kg (25.9 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2007
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5201?

Northwest Africa 5201 is classified as Ureilite (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5201 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5201 meteorite has a mass of 11.7 kg (25.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5201 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5201 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2007.

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