Kalkaska
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1947 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Kalkaska is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1947 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 9.4 kg.
9.4 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1947
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12234 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.4 kg (20.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1947 |
| Coordinates | 44.64694N, 85.13667W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"9.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kalkaska?
Kalkaska is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kalkaska meteorite weigh?
The Kalkaska meteorite has a mass of 9.4 kg (20.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kalkaska meteorite found?
The Kalkaska meteorite was found in Canada in 1947.
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