Yamato 8410

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1984 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 8410 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1984 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.

1.4 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1984
Year

Details

NASA ID29457
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.4 kg (3.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1984
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 8410?

Yamato 8410 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 8410 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 8410 meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Yamato 8410 meteorite found?

The Yamato 8410 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1984.

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