Yamato 792519

L4-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 792519 is a L4-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 571.4 g.

571.4 g
Mass
L4-6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID27868
Classification L4-6 (L Chondrite)
Mass571.4 g (20.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"571.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 792519?

Yamato 792519 is classified as L4-6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 792519 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 792519 meteorite has a mass of 571.4 g (20.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 792519 meteorite found?

The Yamato 792519 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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