Yamato 8011

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1980 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 8011 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 571.2 g.

571.2 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year

Details

NASA ID29058
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass571.2 g (20.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1980
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"571.2 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 8011?

Yamato 8011 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 8011 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 8011 meteorite has a mass of 571.2 g (20.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 8011 meteorite found?

The Yamato 8011 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1980.

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