Yamato 791230

H4/5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791230 is a H4/5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 16.1 g.

16.1 g
Mass
H4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26579
Classification H4/5 (H Chondrite)
Mass16.1 g (0.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791230?

Yamato 791230 is classified as H4/5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791230 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791230 meteorite has a mass of 16.1 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 791230 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791230 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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