Yamato 81049

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 81049 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.7 kg.

2.7 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID29110
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass2.7 kg (6.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 81049?

Yamato 81049 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 81049 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 81049 meteorite has a mass of 2.7 kg (6.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Yamato 81049 meteorite found?

The Yamato 81049 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

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