Yamato 75258

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1975 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 75258 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1975 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 971.0 g.

971.0 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1975
Year

Details

NASA ID25299
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass971.0 g (2.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1975
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"971.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 75258?

Yamato 75258 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 75258 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 75258 meteorite has a mass of 971.0 g (2.1 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 75258 meteorite found?

The Yamato 75258 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1975.

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