Northwest Africa 6539

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6539 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 29.0 g.

29.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID52916
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass29.0 g (1.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6539?

Northwest Africa 6539 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6539 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6539 meteorite has a mass of 29.0 g (1.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6539 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6539 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.