Aristoteles

A prominent crater in the northern highlands, forming a notable pair with Eudoxus.

Visual Description

Aristoteles appeared as a large, well-defined crater with prominent terraced walls rising dramatically from the floor. The crater floor was relatively flat with a small central peak. The crater formed a striking pair with Eudoxus immediately to the south, the two craters separated by a rough highland region.

Notable Features

• Prominent terraced walls
• Small central peak on flat floor
• Forms notable pair with Eudoxus
• Located on the southern edge of Mare Frigoris
• Deep crater with well-preserved structure

Notes

• Named after Greek philosopher Aristotle
• Best observed 6-8 days after new moon
• The Aristoteles-Eudoxus pair is a classic target
• Coordinates: 50.2°N, 17.4°E
• Crater depth approximately 3.6 km