Yamato 791865

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 791865 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 729.0 g.

729.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID27214
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass729.0 g (25.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"729.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 791865?

Yamato 791865 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 791865 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 791865 meteorite has a mass of 729.0 g (25.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 791865 meteorite found?

The Yamato 791865 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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