Northwest Africa 6706

L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6706 is a L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 2.1 kg.

2.1 kg
Mass
L6-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID53611
Classification L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite)
Mass2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6706?

Northwest Africa 6706 is classified as L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6706 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6706 meteorite has a mass of 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6706 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6706 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

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