Northwest Africa 5492
Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 5492 is a Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 593.0 g.
593.0 g
Mass
Chondrite-ung
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 49192 |
| Classification | Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 593.0 g (20.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"593.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5492?
Northwest Africa 5492 is classified as Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 5492 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 5492 meteorite has a mass of 593.0 g (20.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 5492 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 5492 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.
Same Classification
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- Motpena (b) 304.0 g
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- Dhofar 535 204.0 g
- Ramlat as Sahmah 211 143.0 g
- Acfer 370 129.0 g
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