Ariadne (crater)

Ariadne
	Ariadne Crater viewed by Magellan .
Feature type	Impact crater
Location	Venus
Coordinates	43°54′N0°00′E / 43.9°N 0.0°E
Diameter	23.6 km
Eponym	Ariadne

Last updated March 10, 2025

Ariadne is a crater on Venus. Its central peak serves as the prime meridian of the planet, a status formerly held by a crater known as Eve until relocated.^[1]

References

↑ Magellan Venus Explorer's Guide "What's in a Name"

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[1] Magellan Venus Explorer's Guide "What's in a Name"

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Ariadne Crater viewed by Magellan .
Feature type	Impact crater
Location	Venus
Coordinates	43°54′N0°00′E / 43.9°N 0.0°E / 43.9; 0.0
Diameter	23.6 km
Eponym	Ariadne