Northwest Africa 6920

Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6920 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.

1.5 kg
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID53865
Classification Howardite (Achondrite)
Mass1.5 kg (3.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6920?

Northwest Africa 6920 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6920 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6920 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6920 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6920 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

Same Classification

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