Northwest Africa 779
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 779 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 200.0 g.
200.0 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17850 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 200.0 g (7.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 31.83333N, 3.66667W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"200.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 779?
Northwest Africa 779 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 779 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 779 meteorite has a mass of 200.0 g (7.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 779 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 779 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.
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