Cassini is located in the north, the most notable features being the Cassini and Aristillus craters. The region is located in the Mare Imbrium (Sea of Rains). To the north, there is a small range of mountains called the Montes Alpes. Being in a mare the region is relatively flat except the northwest, which borders on the northern highlands.
Geological Survey | Topographical Map
This region is named after the Italian/French mathematician and astronomer Giovanni Domenico Cassini (1700 AD). Cassini discovered the Great Red Spot on Jupiter and four of Saturn’s moons.
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Region Map
| Region Data | |
| Name | Cassini |
| Number | 25 |
| NW Corner | 48° N 14° W |
| SE Corner | 32° N 10° E |
| Raw Area* | 1,078,000 km2 |
| Visible Area* | 812,000 km2 |
| Visibility Factor* | 75% |
| Minimum Bid | $ 450,000 (USD) |
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*Data is provided as a courtesy. Some values are approximate and accuracy is not guaranteed. You are encouraged to do your own research before bidding. Refer to the Region Guide for more information on the data items.
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