Northwest Africa 6583

Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2010 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6583 is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2010 . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.

1.8 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year

Details

NASA ID52985
Classification Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite)
Mass1.8 kg (4.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2010
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6583?

Northwest Africa 6583 is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6583 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6583 meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6583 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6583 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2010.

Same Classification

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