Northwest Africa 6963
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2011 · Morocco
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 6963 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2011 in Morocco . It has a recorded mass of 8.0 kg.
8.0 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54565 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | 28.002467N, 11.131583W |
| Country | Morocco |
Location
Mass Context
"8.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 6963?
Northwest Africa 6963 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 6963 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 6963 meteorite has a mass of 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 6963 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 6963 meteorite was found in Morocco in 2011.
Same Classification
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- Sayh al Uhaymir 008 8.6 kg
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- Tissint 7.0 kg
- Shergotty 5.0 kg
- Dar al Gani 1037 4.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 7042 3.0 kg
- Dar al Gani 489 2.1 kg
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