Northwest Africa 772
CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Mauritania
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 772 is a CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 71.0 g.
71.0 g
Mass
CK3
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17845 |
| Classification | CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 71.0 g (2.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 26.44933N, 11.6935W |
| Country | Mauritania |
Location
Mass Context
"71.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 772?
Northwest Africa 772 is classified as CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 772 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 772 meteorite has a mass of 71.0 g (2.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Northwest Africa 772 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 772 meteorite was found in Mauritania in 2000.
Same Classification
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- Dhofar 015 184.0 g
- Dhofar 1430 134.0 g
- Northwest Africa 4423 91.9 g
- Northwest Africa 1694 47.1 g
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