Northwest Africa 7209

CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7209 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 . It has a recorded mass of 268.0 g.

268.0 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year

Details

NASA ID55339
Classification CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass268.0 g (9.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2008
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"268.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7209?

Northwest Africa 7209 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7209 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7209 meteorite has a mass of 268.0 g (9.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7209 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7209 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2008.

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