Yamato 000593

Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 000593 is a Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 13.7 kg.

13.7 kg
Mass
Martian (nakhlite)
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID24355
Classification Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite)
Mass13.7 kg (30.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"13.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 000593?

Yamato 000593 is classified as Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite).

How much does the Yamato 000593 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 000593 meteorite has a mass of 13.7 kg (30.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Yamato 000593 meteorite found?

The Yamato 000593 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

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