Yamato 793494
L3 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 793494 is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.1 g.
2.1 g
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 28843 |
| Classification | L3 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.1 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"2.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 793494?
Yamato 793494 is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 793494 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 793494 meteorite has a mass of 2.1 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 793494 meteorite found?
The Yamato 793494 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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