Yamato 790448
LL3.2 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 790448 is a LL3.2 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 3.5 kg.
3.5 kg
Mass
LL3.2
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 25797 |
| Classification | LL3.2 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"3.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 790448?
Yamato 790448 is classified as LL3.2 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 790448 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 790448 meteorite has a mass of 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Yamato 790448 meteorite found?
The Yamato 790448 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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