Norfork
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1918 · Arkansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Norfork is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1918 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Fell
Type
1918
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16994 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1918 |
| Coordinates | 36.21667N, 92.26667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Norfork?
Norfork is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Norfork meteorite weigh?
The Norfork meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Norfork meteorite found?
The Norfork meteorite was observed falling in Arkansas, United States in 1918.
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