Northwest Africa 771

Ureilite (Achondrite) · Found 2000 · Mauritania

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 771 is a Ureilite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 313.0 g.

313.0 g
Mass
Ureilite
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17844
Classification Ureilite (Achondrite)
Mass313.0 g (11.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates26.56N, 11.5555W
Country Mauritania

Location

Mass Context

"313.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 771?

Northwest Africa 771 is classified as Ureilite (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 771 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 771 meteorite has a mass of 313.0 g (11.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 771 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 771 meteorite was found in Mauritania in 2000.

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