Northwest Africa 860 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Northwest Africa 860
- Year Discovered: 2000
- Approximate Recovery Location: Morocco
- Precise Recovery Location:
- Mass: 32000 grams
- Classification: Iron, IIIAB
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Northwest Africa 860 Meteorite
The Northwest Africa 860 meteorite was discovered in 2000. It was recovered in Morocco . It has a mass of 32000 grams.
Northwest Africa 860 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 860’s official classification is Iron, IIIAB. The classification “Iron, IIIAB” refers to an iron meteorite that belongs to the chemical group IIIAB. These meteorites are primarily composed of iron and nickel and formed from a molten state.
The Northwest Africa 860 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