Yamato 790823

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 790823 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 6.7 g.

6.7 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26172
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass6.7 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"6.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 790823?

Yamato 790823 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 790823 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 790823 meteorite has a mass of 6.7 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 790823 meteorite found?

The Yamato 790823 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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