Ariadne (crater)
 Ariadne Crater viewed by Magellan. | |
| Feature type | Impact crater |
|---|---|
| Location | Venus |
| Coordinates | 43°54′N 0°00′E / 43.9°N 0.0°E |
| Diameter | 23.6 km |
| Eponym | Ariadne |
Ariadne is a crater on Venus. Its central peak serves as the prime meridian of the planet, a status formerly held by a crater known as Eve until relocated.[1]
References
- ↑ Young, Carolynn, ed. (1 August 1990). The Magellan Venus Explorer's Guide (PDF) (Report). Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Archived from the original (PDF) on 19 December 2024.
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