Northwest Africa 7873

H5-6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 7873 is a H5-6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 . It has a recorded mass of 446.0 g.

446.0 g
Mass
H5-6
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year

Details

NASA ID57458
Classification H5-6 (H Chondrite)
Mass446.0 g (15.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2009
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"446.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 7873?

Northwest Africa 7873 is classified as H5-6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 7873 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 7873 meteorite has a mass of 446.0 g (15.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 7873 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 7873 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2009.

Same Classification

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