Yamato 793464

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 793464 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.8 kg.

2.8 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID28813
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 793464?

Yamato 793464 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 793464 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 793464 meteorite has a mass of 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Yamato 793464 meteorite found?

The Yamato 793464 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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