Northwest Africa 5997 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Northwest Africa 5997
- Year Discovered: 2008
- Approximate Recovery Location: Morocco
- Precise Recovery Location: (0.0, 0.0)
- Mass: 553.8 grams
- Classification: LL4/5
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Northwest Africa 5997 Meteorite
The Northwest Africa 5997 meteorite was discovered in 2008. It was recovered in Morocco (0.0, 0.0). It has a mass of 553.8 grams.
Northwest Africa 5997 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 5997’s official classification is LL4/5. Meteorites classified as “LL4/5” belong to the LL group of ordinary chondrites and are characterized by being either petrologic type 4 or type 5. These meteorites are part of a major class of space rocks known for their chondrules, small mineral grains, and specific chemical properties, and LL4/5 meteorites specifically exhibit varying degrees of metamorphism and mineral composition.
The Northwest Africa 5997 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