Northwest Africa 7500
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2012 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 7500 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2012 . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
2012
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 56269 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2012 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7500?
Northwest Africa 7500 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 7500 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 7500 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 7500 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 7500 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2012.
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