Northwest Africa 6639

L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6639 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.

1.4 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID53546
Classification L5/6 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.4 kg (3.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6639?

Northwest Africa 6639 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6639 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6639 meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6639 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6639 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

Same Classification

Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.