Yamato 86751

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 86751 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 197.3 g.

197.3 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID30257
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass197.3 g (7.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"197.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 86751?

Yamato 86751 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 86751 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 86751 meteorite has a mass of 197.3 g (7.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Yamato 86751 meteorite found?

The Yamato 86751 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

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