Yamato 793506

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 793506 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 939.0 g.

939.0 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID28855
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass939.0 g (2.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"939.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 793506?

Yamato 793506 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 793506 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 793506 meteorite has a mass of 939.0 g (2.1 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 793506 meteorite found?

The Yamato 793506 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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