Northwest Africa 4009 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Northwest Africa 4009
- Year Discovered: 2005
- Approximate Recovery Location: Morocco
- Precise Recovery Location:
- Mass: 856 grams
- Classification: H5/6
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Northwest Africa 4009 Meteorite
The Northwest Africa 4009 meteorite was discovered in 2005. It was recovered in Morocco . It has a mass of 856 grams.
Northwest Africa 4009 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 4009’s official classification is H5/6. The classification “H5/6” refers to ordinary chondrite meteorites from the H group that can either be of petrologic type 5 or type 6. These meteorites are part of a major class known for their specific characteristics, with type 5 meteorites having undergone moderate metamorphism, and type 6 meteorites having experienced more extensive changes in their mineral composition and chondrule appearance due to metamorphism, without melting occurring.
The Northwest Africa 4009 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