Yamato 790787

L3.1 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 790787 is a L3.1 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 46.1 g.

46.1 g
Mass
L3.1
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26136
Classification L3.1 (L Chondrite)
Mass46.1 g (1.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"46.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 790787?

Yamato 790787 is classified as L3.1 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 790787 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 790787 meteorite has a mass of 46.1 g (1.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 790787 meteorite found?

The Yamato 790787 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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