Northwest Africa 6905
EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 6905 is a EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 113.6 g.
113.6 g
Mass
EL6
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 53850 |
| Classification | EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) |
| Mass | 113.6 g (4.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"113.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6905?
Northwest Africa 6905 is classified as EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 6905 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 6905 meteorite has a mass of 113.6 g (4.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 6905 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 6905 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.
Same Classification
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- Eagle 10.0 kg
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- Atlanta 5.5 kg
- Northwest Africa 4946 4.5 kg
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