Northwest Africa 980
LL3.7 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 980 is a LL3.7 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
LL3.7
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17908 |
| Classification | LL3.7 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 980?
Northwest Africa 980 is classified as LL3.7 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 980 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 980 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 980 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 980 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.
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