Northwest Africa 2043 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Northwest Africa 2043
- Year Discovered: 2003
- Approximate Recovery Location: Morocco
- Precise Recovery Location: (0.0, 0.0)
- Mass: 34.9 grams
- Classification: CK3
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Northwest Africa 2043 Meteorite
The Northwest Africa 2043 meteorite was discovered in 2003. It was recovered in Morocco (0.0, 0.0). It has a mass of 34.9 grams.
Northwest Africa 2043 is considered a “Valid” meteorite. “Valid” meteorites are typical meteorites with average weathering, while “relict” meteorites are those that have been extremely altered, either due to weathering over time or human intervention.
Northwest Africa 2043’s official classification is CK3. The CK3 classification pertains to a specific type of meteorite within the carbonaceous chondrite category, belonging to the CK (Karoonda) group, known for its composition similar to the sun’s and unique oxygen isotope characteristics. This type 3 meteorite is in an early stage of metamorphism, indicated by a high presence of chondrules, minimal alteration from water, and minerals that are still in an early stage of chemical adjustment, maintaining much of their original composition and structure.
The Northwest Africa 2043 meteorite is a “Found” meteorite. Meteorites are classified as “falls” if they were observed falling and recovered, while “finds” are those discovered later, often weathered by longer exposure to Earth’s environment and without a record of being seen as they fell.
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Last Updated: 1/15/24