Northwest Africa 821

H3.8 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 821 is a H3.8 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 5.1 g.

5.1 g
Mass
H3.8
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17853
Classification H3.8 (H Chondrite)
Mass5.1 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates31.96667N, 4.41667W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"5.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 821?

Northwest Africa 821 is classified as H3.8 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 821 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 821 meteorite has a mass of 5.1 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Northwest Africa 821 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 821 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.

Same Classification

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