Yamato 791825

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791825 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 29.2 g.

29.2 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID27174
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass29.2 g (1.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791825?

Yamato 791825 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791825 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791825 meteorite has a mass of 29.2 g (1.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 791825 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791825 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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