Belyaev (crater)
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| Crater characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 23.3° N, 143.5° W |
| Diameter | 54 km |
| Depth | Unknown |
| Colongitude | 218° at sunrise |
| Eponym | Pavel I. Belyaev |
Belyaev is a lunar crater that is attached to the outer edge of the Mare Moscoviense, on the far side of the Moon. It is a worn formation with a small crater pair overlaying the southern rim, and several smaller craters across the relatively irregular interior.
[edit] Satellite craters
By convention these features are identified on lunar maps by placing the letter on the side of the crater mid-point that is closest to Belyaev crater.
| Belyaev | Latitude | Longitude | Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q | 20.6° N | 139.4° E | 50 km |
[edit] References
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