Northwest Africa 7862

L4/5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2013 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7862 is a L4/5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2013 . It has a recorded mass of 317.0 g.

317.0 g
Mass
L4/5
Classification
Found
Type
2013
Year

Details

NASA ID57426
Classification L4/5 (L Chondrite)
Mass317.0 g (11.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2013
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"317.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7862?

Northwest Africa 7862 is classified as L4/5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7862 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7862 meteorite has a mass of 317.0 g (11.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7862 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7862 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2013.

Same Classification

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