Northwest Africa 7271

CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7271 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 . It has a recorded mass of 78.0 g.

78.0 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID55391
Classification CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass78.0 g (2.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"78.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7271?

Northwest Africa 7271 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7271 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7271 meteorite has a mass of 78.0 g (2.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7271 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7271 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2011.

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