Northwest Africa 820
L3-5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 820 is a L3-5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
L3-5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17852 |
| Classification | L3-5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 31.41667N, 4.18333W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 820?
Northwest Africa 820 is classified as L3-5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 820 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 820 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 820 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 820 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.
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