Northwest Africa 5291
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 5291 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found . It has a recorded mass of 230.0 g.
230.0 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
—
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 48961 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 230.0 g (8.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | — |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"230.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5291?
Northwest Africa 5291 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 5291 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 5291 meteorite has a mass of 230.0 g (8.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 5291 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 5291 meteorite was found in Unknown location.
Same Classification
- Jilin 4.0 tonnes
- Kunya-Urgench 1.1 tonnes
- Plainview (1917) 700.0 kg
- Wildara 500.0 kg
- Hugoton 350.0 kg
- Pultusk 250.0 kg
- El Hammami 240.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 4528 240.0 kg
Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.