Northwest Africa 6863

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6863 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 76.7 g.

76.7 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID53776
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass76.7 g (2.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"76.7 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6863?

Northwest Africa 6863 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6863 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6863 meteorite has a mass of 76.7 g (2.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6863 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6863 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

Same Classification

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