Yamato 693
CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1969 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 693 is a CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1969 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 150.0 g.
150.0 g
Mass
CK4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1969
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24360 |
| Classification | CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 150.0 g (5.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1969 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"150.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 693?
Yamato 693 is classified as CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 693 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 693 meteorite has a mass of 150.0 g (5.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Yamato 693 meteorite found?
The Yamato 693 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1969.
Same Classification
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- Northwest Africa 765 767.0 g
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- Dar al Gani 250 57.0 g
- Northwest Africa 1284 56.0 g
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