Northwest Africa 6396
CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 6396 is a CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 . It has a recorded mass of 162.0 g.
162.0 g
Mass
CK4/5
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 52466 |
| Classification | CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 162.0 g (5.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2010 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"162.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6396?
Northwest Africa 6396 is classified as CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 6396 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 6396 meteorite has a mass of 162.0 g (5.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 6396 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 6396 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2010.
Same Classification
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- Northwest Africa 4026 265.6 g
- Yamato 693 150.0 g
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- Dar al Gani 250 57.0 g
- Northwest Africa 1284 56.0 g
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