Giroux
Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1954 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Giroux is a Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1954 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 4.3 kg.
4.3 kg
Mass
Pallasite, PMG
Classification
Found
Type
1954
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10918 |
| Classification | Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.3 kg (9.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1954 |
| Coordinates | 49.61667N, 96.55W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"4.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Giroux?
Giroux is classified as Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Giroux meteorite weigh?
The Giroux meteorite has a mass of 4.3 kg (9.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Giroux meteorite found?
The Giroux meteorite was found in Canada in 1954.
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