Yamato 86712

L3.5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 86712 is a L3.5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 723.6 g.

723.6 g
Mass
L3.5
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID30218
Classification L3.5 (L Chondrite)
Mass723.6 g (25.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"723.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 86712?

Yamato 86712 is classified as L3.5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 86712 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 86712 meteorite has a mass of 723.6 g (25.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 86712 meteorite found?

The Yamato 86712 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

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