Northwest Africa 6199

L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6199 is a L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 126.0 g.

126.0 g
Mass
L5-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID51789
Classification L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite)
Mass126.0 g (4.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"126.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6199?

Northwest Africa 6199 is classified as L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6199 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6199 meteorite has a mass of 126.0 g (4.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6199 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6199 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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