Northwest Africa 817
Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 817 is a Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 104.0 g.
104.0 g
Mass
Martian (nakhlite)
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17851 |
| Classification | Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 104.0 g (3.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"104.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 817?
Northwest Africa 817 is classified as Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 817 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 817 meteorite has a mass of 104.0 g (3.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 817 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 817 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.
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