Yamato 8002

Lodranite (Unclassified) · Found 1980 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 8002 is a Lodranite (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 g.

2.3 g
Mass
Lodranite
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year

Details

NASA ID29049
Classification Lodranite (Unclassified)
Mass2.3 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1980
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 8002?

Yamato 8002 is classified as Lodranite (Unclassified).

How much does the Yamato 8002 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 8002 meteorite has a mass of 2.3 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 8002 meteorite found?

The Yamato 8002 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1980.

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