Northwest Africa 7176
L3 (L Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Mauritania
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 7176 is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 160.1 g.
160.1 g
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54874 |
| Classification | L3 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 160.1 g (5.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2010 |
| Coordinates | 26.01043N, 10.33618W |
| Country | Mauritania |
Location
Mass Context
"160.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7176?
Northwest Africa 7176 is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 7176 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 7176 meteorite has a mass of 160.1 g (5.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 7176 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 7176 meteorite was found in Mauritania in 2010.
Same Classification
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- Rakity 11.4 kg
- Dhofar 1733 7.7 kg
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- Bovedy 5.5 kg
- Dominion Range 03181 5.4 kg
- Asuka 881092 4.2 kg
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