Yamato 791421

L5-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791421 is a L5-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 811.0 g.

811.0 g
Mass
L5-6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26770
Classification L5-6 (L Chondrite)
Mass811.0 g (28.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"811.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791421?

Yamato 791421 is classified as L5-6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791421 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791421 meteorite has a mass of 811.0 g (28.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 791421 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791421 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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