Northwest Africa 7657

Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2012 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7657 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2012 . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 kg.

2.3 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2012
Year

Details

NASA ID56727
Classification Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass2.3 kg (5.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2012
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7657?

Northwest Africa 7657 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7657 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7657 meteorite has a mass of 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7657 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7657 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2012.

Same Classification

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