Northwest Africa 5289

Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2007 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5289 is a Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2007 . It has a recorded mass of 296.0 g.

296.0 g
Mass
Iron, IVA
Classification
Found
Type
2007
Year

Details

NASA ID47711
Classification Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite)
Mass296.0 g (10.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2007
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"296.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5289?

Northwest Africa 5289 is classified as Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5289 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5289 meteorite has a mass of 296.0 g (10.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5289 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5289 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2007.

Same Classification

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