Northwest Africa 835

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Morocco

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 835 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Morocco . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.

1.1 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17861
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass1.1 kg (2.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates28.00083N, 9.27W
Country Morocco

Location

Mass Context

"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 835?

Northwest Africa 835 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 835 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 835 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 835 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 835 meteorite was found in Morocco in 2000.

Same Classification

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