Northwest Africa 5462

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5462 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.

1.2 kg
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID48673
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5462?

Northwest Africa 5462 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5462 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5462 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5462 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5462 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.

Same Classification

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