Yamato 8009
Diogenite (Achondrite) · Found 1980 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 8009 is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 53.8 g.
53.8 g
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 29056 |
| Classification | Diogenite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 53.8 g (1.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1980 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"53.8 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 8009?
Yamato 8009 is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).
How much does the Yamato 8009 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 8009 meteorite has a mass of 53.8 g (1.9 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Yamato 8009 meteorite found?
The Yamato 8009 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1980.
Same Classification
- Johnstown 40.3 kg
- Bilanga 25.0 kg
- Taoudenni 24.4 kg
- Northwest Africa 2923 16.0 kg
- Tatahouine 12.0 kg
- Yamato 002875 10.7 kg
- Northwest Africa 2801 7.7 kg
- Northwest Africa 4473 7.0 kg
Nearby Meteorites
- Yamato 697 H4/5
- Yamato 7303 H4
- Yamato 696 H5
- Yamato 980318 Eucrite-cm
- Yamato 699 H5
- Yamato 981651 Eucrite
- Yamato 693 CK4/5
- Yamato 7305 L6
Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.