Yamato 86796

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Yamato 86796 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 6.1 kg.

6.1 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID30302
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass6.1 kg (13.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates71.5S, 35.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Yamato 86796?

Yamato 86796 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Yamato 86796 meteorite weigh?

The Yamato 86796 meteorite has a mass of 6.1 kg (13.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Yamato 86796 meteorite found?

The Yamato 86796 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

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