Yamato 82179

LL3.5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1982 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 82179 is a LL3.5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1982 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 56.0 g.

56.0 g
Mass
LL3.5
Classification
Found
Type
1982
Year

Details

NASA ID29373
Classification LL3.5 (LL Chondrite)
Mass56.0 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1982
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"56.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 82179?

Yamato 82179 is classified as LL3.5 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 82179 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 82179 meteorite has a mass of 56.0 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Yamato 82179 meteorite found?

The Yamato 82179 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1982.

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