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 ID | 29062 |
| Classification | Diogenite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 2.5 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1981 |
| Coordinates | 71.83333S, 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.
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