Yamato 790724
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 790724 is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 26073 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 790724?
Yamato 790724 is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Yamato 790724 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 790724 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Yamato 790724 meteorite found?
The Yamato 790724 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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