Yamato 791278
H4/5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 791278 is a H4/5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.6 g.
2.6 g
Mass
H4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 26627 |
| Classification | H4/5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.6 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"2.6 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 791278?
Yamato 791278 is classified as H4/5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 791278 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 791278 meteorite has a mass of 2.6 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 791278 meteorite found?
The Yamato 791278 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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