Northwest Africa 5709

L3 (L Chondrite) · Found · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5709 is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found . It has a recorded mass of 8.1 g.

8.1 g
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
Year

Details

NASA ID49391
Classification L3 (L Chondrite)
Mass8.1 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"8.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5709?

Northwest Africa 5709 is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5709 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5709 meteorite has a mass of 8.1 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5709 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5709 meteorite was found in Unknown location.

Same Classification

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