Yamato 82090

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1982 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 82090 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1982 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 3.3 g.

3.3 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1982
Year

Details

NASA ID29284
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass3.3 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1982
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"3.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 82090?

Yamato 82090 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 82090 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 82090 meteorite has a mass of 3.3 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 82090 meteorite found?

The Yamato 82090 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1982.

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