Yamato 791130

LL5/6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791130 is a LL5/6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 g.

2.5 g
Mass
LL5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26479
Classification LL5/6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass2.5 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791130?

Yamato 791130 is classified as LL5/6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791130 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791130 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 791130 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791130 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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