Yamato 81001

Diogenite (Achondrite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 81001 is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 g.

2.5 g
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID29062
Classification Diogenite (Achondrite)
Mass2.5 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates71.83333S, 35.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 81001?

Yamato 81001 is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).

How much does the Yamato 81001 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 81001 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 81001 meteorite found?

The Yamato 81001 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

Same Classification

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