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 ID | 24355 |
| Classification | Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 13.7 kg (30.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 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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