Yamato 791597

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791597 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 148.0 g.

148.0 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID26946
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass148.0 g (5.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"148.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791597?

Yamato 791597 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791597 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791597 meteorite has a mass of 148.0 g (5.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 791597 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791597 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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