Yamato 7309
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1973 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 7309 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1973 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 9.0 g.
9.0 g
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1973
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24375 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 9.0 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1973 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"9.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 7309?
Yamato 7309 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 7309 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 7309 meteorite has a mass of 9.0 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 7309 meteorite found?
The Yamato 7309 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1973.
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