Astro Photography By Wes Higgins
©2004 Wes Higgins
Klaproth and Casatus Imaged 11-05-04 , 18 Inch Reflector , DMK-21F04 Camera
The Information Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas
| Description: (Klaporth) Circular formation forming a double crater with Casatus. Few steep slopes supporting Klaproth A to the North Casatus H to the South-West and Klaproth G and H to the West. Very high walls. Very flat floor separated from Casatus by a line of crest. Craterlets. |
Size: (Klaporth) Dimension: 122x122Km / 72x72Mi Height: 4300m / 13000ft Height/Wide ratio: 0.0361 |
Observation: Interest : Very interesting formation Observation period: 2 days after First Quarter or 1 day after Last Quarter Minimal Instrument: 10x binoculars |