Northwest Africa 6602

Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 2010 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6602 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.

1.0 kg
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year

Details

NASA ID53509
Classification Howardite (Achondrite)
Mass1.0 kg (2.3 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2010
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6602?

Northwest Africa 6602 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6602 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6602 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6602 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6602 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2010.

Same Classification

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