Northwest Africa 836
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Western Sahara
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 836 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Western Sahara . It has a recorded mass of 3.7 kg.
3.7 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17862 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.7 kg (8.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 27.38833N, 9.01733W |
| Country | Western Sahara |
Location
Mass Context
"3.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 836?
Northwest Africa 836 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 836 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 836 meteorite has a mass of 3.7 kg (8.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 836 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 836 meteorite was found in Western Sahara in 2000.
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