Yamato 791197

Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791197 is a Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 52.4 g.

52.4 g
Mass
Lunar (anorth)
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26546
Classification Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite)
Mass52.4 g (1.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791197?

Yamato 791197 is classified as Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite).

How much does the Yamato 791197 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791197 meteorite has a mass of 52.4 g (1.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 791197 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791197 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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