Yamato 691

EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1969 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 691 is a EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1969 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 715.0 g.

715.0 g
Mass
EH3
Classification
Found
Type
1969
Year

Details

NASA ID24358
Classification EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass715.0 g (25.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1969
Coordinates71.84861S, 36.51944E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"715.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 691?

Yamato 691 is classified as EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 691 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 691 meteorite has a mass of 715.0 g (25.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 691 meteorite found?

The Yamato 691 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1969.

Same Classification

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