Northwest Africa 822

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 822 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 64.5 g.

64.5 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17854
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass64.5 g (2.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates31.96667N, 4.41667W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"64.5 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 822?

Northwest Africa 822 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 822 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 822 meteorite has a mass of 64.5 g (2.3 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 822 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 822 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2000.

Same Classification

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