Yamato 8339
CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 8339 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 g.
1.3 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 29444 |
| Classification | CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1983 |
| Coordinates | 71.5S, 35.66667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 8339?
Yamato 8339 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Yamato 8339 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 8339 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 8339 meteorite found?
The Yamato 8339 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.
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