Yamato 791853
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 791853 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 g.
1.4 g
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 27202 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.4 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.4 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 791853?
Yamato 791853 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Yamato 791853 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 791853 meteorite has a mass of 1.4 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 791853 meteorite found?
The Yamato 791853 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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