Northwest Africa 723
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 723 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 395.0 g.
395.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17805 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 395.0 g (13.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 29.88333N, 5.5W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"395.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 723?
Northwest Africa 723 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 723 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 723 meteorite has a mass of 395.0 g (13.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 723 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 723 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.
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