Northwest Africa 5616

Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5616 is a Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 169.0 g.

169.0 g
Mass
Eucrite-pmict
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year

Details

NASA ID48988
Classification Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite)
Mass169.0 g (6.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2008
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"169.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5616?

Northwest Africa 5616 is classified as Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5616 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5616 meteorite has a mass of 169.0 g (6.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5616 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5616 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.

Same Classification

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