Northwest Africa 5428

L5-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5428 is a L5-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.

1.0 kg
Mass
L5-6
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID49145
Classification L5-6 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.0 kg (2.3 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5428?

Northwest Africa 5428 is classified as L5-6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5428 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5428 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5428 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5428 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.

Same Classification

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