Northwest Africa 7119

Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7119 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 kg.

2.3 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID54786
Classification Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass2.3 kg (5.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7119?

Northwest Africa 7119 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7119 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7119 meteorite has a mass of 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7119 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7119 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

Same Classification

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