Yamato 86795

Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 86795 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 9.1 g.

9.1 g
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID30301
Classification Howardite (Achondrite)
Mass9.1 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"9.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 86795?

Yamato 86795 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).

How much does the Yamato 86795 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 86795 meteorite has a mass of 9.1 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Yamato 86795 meteorite found?

The Yamato 86795 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

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