Northwest Africa 5311

Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2007 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5311 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2007 . It has a recorded mass of 147.0 g.

147.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2007
Year

Details

NASA ID47728
Classification Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass147.0 g (5.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2007
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"147.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5311?

Northwest Africa 5311 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5311 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5311 meteorite has a mass of 147.0 g (5.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5311 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5311 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2007.

Same Classification

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