Northwest Africa 5953

LL4 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 5953 is a LL4 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.

1.5 kg
Mass
LL4
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID50839
Classification LL4 (LL Chondrite)
Mass1.5 kg (3.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 5953?

Northwest Africa 5953 is classified as LL4 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 5953 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 5953 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 5953 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 5953 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.

Same Classification

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