Northwest Africa 837

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Western Sahara

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 837 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Western Sahara . It has a recorded mass of 382.0 g.

382.0 g
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17863
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass382.0 g (13.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates27.38833N, 9.01733W
Country Western Sahara

Location

Mass Context

"382.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 837?

Northwest Africa 837 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 837 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 837 meteorite has a mass of 382.0 g (13.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 837 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 837 meteorite was found in Western Sahara in 2000.

Same Classification

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