Yamato 791845

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791845 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.

1.6 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID27194
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass1.6 kg (3.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"1.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791845?

Yamato 791845 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791845 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791845 meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Yamato 791845 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791845 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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