Yamato 790003
CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 790003 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.3 g.
4.3 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 25352 |
| Classification | CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 4.3 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"4.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 790003?
Yamato 790003 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 790003 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 790003 meteorite has a mass of 4.3 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 790003 meteorite found?
The Yamato 790003 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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