Northwest Africa 7428

L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite) · Found 2012 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7428 is a L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2012 . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.

1.8 kg
Mass
L6-melt breccia
Classification
Found
Type
2012
Year

Details

NASA ID56135
Classification L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite)
Mass1.8 kg (4.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2012
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7428?

Northwest Africa 7428 is classified as L6-melt breccia (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7428 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7428 meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7428 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7428 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2012.

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