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 ID | 17844 |
| Classification | Ureilite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 313.0 g (11.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 26.56N, 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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