Yamato 790957
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 790957 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 6.2 kg.
6.2 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 26306 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 6.2 kg (13.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"6.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 790957?
Yamato 790957 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 790957 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 790957 meteorite has a mass of 6.2 kg (13.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Yamato 790957 meteorite found?
The Yamato 790957 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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