Northwest Africa 7493

Lunar (feldsp. breccia) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 2012 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7493 is a Lunar (feldsp. breccia) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2012 . It has a recorded mass of 503.0 g.

503.0 g
Mass
Lunar (feldsp. breccia)
Classification
Found
Type
2012
Year

Details

NASA ID56214
Classification Lunar (feldsp. breccia) (Lunar Meteorite)
Mass503.0 g (17.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2012
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"503.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7493?

Northwest Africa 7493 is classified as Lunar (feldsp. breccia) (Lunar Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7493 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7493 meteorite has a mass of 503.0 g (17.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7493 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7493 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2012.

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