Northwest Africa 6440

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6440 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 19.1 g.

19.1 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID52766
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass19.1 g (0.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"19.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6440?

Northwest Africa 6440 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6440 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6440 meteorite has a mass of 19.1 g (0.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6440 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6440 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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