Astro Photography By Wes Higgins
©2004 Wes Higgins
Thebit Imaged 09-14-06 , 18 Inch Reflector , Infinity 2-1M Camera
The Information Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas
| Description: Circular formation situated on the East bank Mare Nubium. Steep slopes supporting Thebit E to the South-West and Thebit W to the South-East. Walls with very high terraces ridden to the North-West by Thebit A and supporting to the North Thebit C and a craterlet. Tormented floor. Hills and lines of crest. |
Size: Dimension: 60x60Km / 35x35Mi Height: 3270m / 9900ft Height/Wide ratio: 0.0574 |
Observation: Interest : Very interesting formation Observation period: First Quarter or 6 days after Full Moon Minimal Instrument: 50 mm refractor |