Yamato 980459
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1998 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Yamato 980459 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 82.5 g.
82.5 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30341 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 82.5 g (2.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 72.09802S, 35.24265E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"82.5 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 980459?
Yamato 980459 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Yamato 980459 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 980459 meteorite has a mass of 82.5 g (2.9 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Yamato 980459 meteorite found?
The Yamato 980459 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1998.
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