Yamato 75279
LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1975 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 75279 is a LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1975 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 g.
2.2 g
Mass
LL4-6
Classification
Found
Type
1975
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 25320 |
| Classification | LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.2 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1975 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 75279?
Yamato 75279 is classified as LL4-6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 75279 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 75279 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 75279 meteorite found?
The Yamato 75279 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1975.
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