Yamato 791117
LL5/6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 791117 is a LL5/6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 14.0 g.
14.0 g
Mass
LL5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 26466 |
| Classification | LL5/6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 14.0 g (0.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"14.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 791117?
Yamato 791117 is classified as LL5/6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 791117 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 791117 meteorite has a mass of 14.0 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Yamato 791117 meteorite found?
The Yamato 791117 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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- Northwest Africa 6681 150.0 g
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