Yamato 794080

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 794080 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 21.1 g.

21.1 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID29034
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass21.1 g (0.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"21.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 794080?

Yamato 794080 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 794080 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 794080 meteorite has a mass of 21.1 g (0.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 794080 meteorite found?

The Yamato 794080 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

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