Yamato 81020

CO3.0 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 81020 is a CO3.0 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 270.3 g.

270.3 g
Mass
CO3.0
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID29081
Classification CO3.0 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass270.3 g (9.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"270.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 81020?

Yamato 81020 is classified as CO3.0 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 81020 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 81020 meteorite has a mass of 270.3 g (9.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 81020 meteorite found?

The Yamato 81020 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

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