Northwest Africa 6948

L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 6948 is a L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 56.0 g.

56.0 g
Mass
L5-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID54511
Classification L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite)
Mass56.0 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6948?

Northwest Africa 6948 is classified as L5-melt breccia (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 6948 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 6948 meteorite has a mass of 56.0 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 6948 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 6948 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

Same Classification

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