Astro Photography By Wes Higgins
©2004 Wes Higgins
Plato 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 crushing the chain of Alps. Transient lunar phenomena (clouds in 1871). Pretty steep slopes supporting Platon G to the East. Few high walls with 2000 m summits and a colapsed part to the West. Immense flat floor filled with somber lava. Clear spots and craterlets. |
Size: Dimension: 104x104Km / 61x61Mi Height: 0 Height/Wide ratio: 0.0099 |
Observation: Interest : Exceptional formation Observation period: 1 day after First Quarter or Last Quarter Minimal Instrument: 10x binoculars |