Northwest Africa 6261

Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6261 is a Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 141.0 g.

141.0 g
Mass
Eucrite-pmict
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID51833
Classification Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite)
Mass141.0 g (5.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"141.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6261?

Northwest Africa 6261 is classified as Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6261 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6261 meteorite has a mass of 141.0 g (5.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6261 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6261 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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