Northwest Africa 6576

Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2010 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6576 is a Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2010 . It has a recorded mass of 245.0 g.

245.0 g
Mass
Pallasite
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year

Details

NASA ID52960
Classification Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass245.0 g (8.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2010
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"245.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6576?

Northwest Africa 6576 is classified as Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6576 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6576 meteorite has a mass of 245.0 g (8.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6576 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6576 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2010.

Same Classification

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