Northwest Africa 541

H3.8 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 541 is a H3.8 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 174.0 g.

174.0 g
Mass
H3.8
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17788
Classification H3.8 (H Chondrite)
Mass174.0 g (6.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates31.1N, 5.18333W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"174.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 541?

Northwest Africa 541 is classified as H3.8 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 541 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 541 meteorite has a mass of 174.0 g (6.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 541 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 541 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.

Same Classification

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