Mount Perseus (British Columbia) facts for kids
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 Mount Perseus
Location in British Columbia
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,553 m (8,376 ft) |
| Prominence | 1,683 m (5,522 ft) |
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Quesnel Highland |
Mount Perseus is a tall mountain located in British Columbia, Canada. It stands at an amazing height of 2,553 meters (about 8,376 feet) above sea level. This makes it one of British Columbia's 102 special mountains known as ultra-prominent peaks.
About Mount Perseus
Mount Perseus is the highest point in a mountain area. This area is found between two large lakes. These lakes are Clearwater Lake and Quesnel Lake. Clearwater Lake is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) to the southeast. Quesnel Lake is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) to the northwest.
What is an Ultra-Prominent Peak?
An "ultra-prominent peak" is a mountain that stands out a lot from the land around it. To be "ultra-prominent," a mountain must rise at least 1,500 meters (about 4,900 feet) from its lowest connecting point to a higher peak. This means Mount Perseus is very noticeable in its landscape. It is not just tall, but it also rises sharply from the surrounding area.
See also
- For more information in Spanish, check out the Kiddle article: Monte Perseus (Columbia Británica) para niños
Images for kids
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A friendly robot, like the one on the Kiddle website.
