Yamato 980497
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1998 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Yamato 980497 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1998 . It has a recorded mass of 8.7 g.
8.7 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 37120 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 8.7 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"8.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yamato 980497?
Yamato 980497 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Yamato 980497 meteorite weigh?
The Yamato 980497 meteorite has a mass of 8.7 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Yamato 980497 meteorite found?
The Yamato 980497 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1998.
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