Parma Canyon
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1940 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Parma Canyon is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1940 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1940
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18107 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1940 |
| Coordinates | 43.8N, 117W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Parma Canyon?
Parma Canyon is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Parma Canyon meteorite weigh?
The Parma Canyon meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Parma Canyon meteorite found?
The Parma Canyon meteorite was found in Canada in 1940.
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