Northwest Africa 5290

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5290 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found . It has a recorded mass of 716.0 g.

716.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
Year

Details

NASA ID48960
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass716.0 g (25.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"716.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5290?

Northwest Africa 5290 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5290 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5290 meteorite has a mass of 716.0 g (25.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5290 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5290 meteorite was found in Unknown location.

Same Classification

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