Yamato 790994

L3.6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 790994 is a L3.6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 49.5 g.

49.5 g
Mass
L3.6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26343
Classification L3.6 (L Chondrite)
Mass49.5 g (1.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 790994?

Yamato 790994 is classified as L3.6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 790994 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 790994 meteorite has a mass of 49.5 g (1.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 790994 meteorite found?

The Yamato 790994 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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