Northwest Africa 5736

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5736 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 127.0 g.

127.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID49418
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass127.0 g (4.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"127.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5736?

Northwest Africa 5736 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5736 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5736 meteorite has a mass of 127.0 g (4.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5736 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5736 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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