Northwest Africa 5561

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5561 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 57.8 g.

57.8 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year

Details

NASA ID49260
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass57.8 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2008
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"57.8 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5561?

Northwest Africa 5561 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5561 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5561 meteorite has a mass of 57.8 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5561 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5561 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.

Same Classification

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