Northwest Africa 6616
L5-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 6616 is a L5-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 770.0 g.
770.0 g
Mass
L5-6
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 53523 |
| Classification | L5-6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 770.0 g (27.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"770.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6616?
Northwest Africa 6616 is classified as L5-6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 6616 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 6616 meteorite has a mass of 770.0 g (27.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 6616 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 6616 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.
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- Northwest Africa 1485 30.0 kg
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- Northwest Africa 4253 2.3 kg
- Elephant Moraine 83202 1.2 kg
- Northwest Africa 5428 1.0 kg
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