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Hevelius-Caualerius

The Text Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas

Description: (Hevelius) Circular formation. Forms a remarkable couple with Cavalerius. Pretty steep slopes supporting Cavalerius to the North Lohrmann to the South and many craterlets to the East and to the West. Few high walls supporting Hevelius H F & B to the West and Hevelius C G & E to the North-East. Very large flat floor supporting Hevelius A to the North. Small central mountain. Contains Rimae Hevelius.

Size: (Hevelius) Dimension: 109x109Km / 64x64Mi Height: 0 Height/Wide ratio: 0.0189

Observation: Interest : Exceptional formation Observation period: 6 days after First Quarter or 5 days after Last Quarter Minimal Instrument: 10x binoculars