Northwest Africa 722
L-imp melt (Unclassified) · Found 2000 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 722 is a L-imp melt (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.
1.3 kg
Mass
L-imp melt
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17804 |
| Classification | L-imp melt (Unclassified) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 31.15N, 4.25W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 722?
Northwest Africa 722 is classified as L-imp melt (Unclassified).
How much does the Northwest Africa 722 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 722 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 722 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 722 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.
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