Northwest Africa 5790

Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5790 is a Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 145.0 g.

145.0 g
Mass
Martian (nakhlite)
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID49470
Classification Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite)
Mass145.0 g (5.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"145.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5790?

Northwest Africa 5790 is classified as Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5790 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5790 meteorite has a mass of 145.0 g (5.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5790 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5790 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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