Yamato 793605
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 793605 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 16.0 g.
16.0 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 28954 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 16.0 g (0.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"16.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 793605?
Yamato 793605 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Yamato 793605 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 793605 meteorite has a mass of 16.0 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Yamato 793605 meteorite found?
The Yamato 793605 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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