Yamato 793235

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 793235 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 18.1 kg.

18.1 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID28584
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass18.1 kg (40.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"18.1 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 793235?

Yamato 793235 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 793235 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 793235 meteorite has a mass of 18.1 kg (40.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Yamato 793235 meteorite found?

The Yamato 793235 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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