Northwest Africa 765

CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 765 is a CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 767.0 g.

767.0 g
Mass
CK4/5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17838
Classification CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass767.0 g (27.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates31.56667N, 4.51667W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"767.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 765?

Northwest Africa 765 is classified as CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 765 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 765 meteorite has a mass of 767.0 g (27.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 765 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 765 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.

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