Northwest Africa 7120
L3-melt breccia (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 7120 is a L3-melt breccia (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.
1.6 kg
Mass
L3-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54787 |
| Classification | L3-melt breccia (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7120?
Northwest Africa 7120 is classified as L3-melt breccia (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 7120 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 7120 meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 7120 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 7120 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.
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