Yamato 793591

Eucrite (Achondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 793591 is a Eucrite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 661.8 g.

661.8 g
Mass
Eucrite
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID28940
Classification Eucrite (Achondrite)
Mass661.8 g (23.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"661.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 793591?

Yamato 793591 is classified as Eucrite (Achondrite).

How much does the Yamato 793591 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 793591 meteorite has a mass of 661.8 g (23.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 793591 meteorite found?

The Yamato 793591 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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