Theia Mons
Feature type | Mountain |
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Coordinates | 22°42′N 281°00′E / 22.7°N 281.0°ECoordinates: 22°42′N 281°00′E / 22.7°N 281.0°E |
Diameter | 226.0 |
Eponym | Theia |
Theia Mons is a large shield volcano on Venus. Its name is derived from the titan of Greek mythology.[1]
LOCATION: Beta Regio
ELEVATION: about 6000 m
TYPE: shield volcano
STAGE: extinct
VOLCANIC FEATURES: caldera
References
- ↑ Carolynn Young, ed. (1990-08-01). The Magellan Venus Explorer' Guide. NASA.
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