Northwest Africa 739

CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 739 is a CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 . It has a recorded mass of 60.0 g.

60.0 g
Mass
CH3
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17818
Classification CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass60.0 g (2.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 739?

Northwest Africa 739 is classified as CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 739 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 739 meteorite has a mass of 60.0 g (2.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 739 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 739 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1999.

Same Classification

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