Northwest Africa 6580

L-melt breccia (Unclassified) · Found 2005 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6580 is a L-melt breccia (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 2005 . It has a recorded mass of 105.0 g.

105.0 g
Mass
L-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID53499
Classification L-melt breccia (Unclassified)
Mass105.0 g (3.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"105.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6580?

Northwest Africa 6580 is classified as L-melt breccia (Unclassified).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6580 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6580 meteorite has a mass of 105.0 g (3.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6580 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6580 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2005.

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