Piccolomini: Complex Moon Crater with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

Piccolomini: Complex Moon Crater with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

The week of August 15-21 takes us from Lunar Day 19 to Day 24. This week we will highlight the moon crater Piccolomini and the Altai Scarp, viewable early Tuesday morning. Altai Scarp (Rupes Altai): [SE/M12] Viewable even through small

Piccolomini: A Beautiful and Complex Object with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

Piccolomini: A Beautiful and Complex Object with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

The week of February 27-March 5 takes us from Day 1 through Day 7. Thursday through Sunday evenings are prime Moon-viewing times! This week we will highlight the crater Piccolomini, viewable on Friday evening. Piccolomini: [SE/M13] The Altai Scarp (highlighted