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is a large
Lunar Crater that is located along the southeastern limb of the
Moon . It lies within the irregular and patchy
Lunar Mare named
Mare Australe , and to the south of
Hamilton Crater . Due to its location, this formation is viewed at a low angle from the
Earth , and visibility is affected by
Libration .
The interior floor of this crater has been resurfaced by
Lava , leaving a dark interior with an
Albedo that matches the surrounding mare. The outer rim is low and heavily worn, with a perimeter that forms a somewhat distorted circle. The southwest part of the floor and rim is marked by several small, bowl-shaped craters. There is also the remains of a
Ghost-crater to the east of the crater mid-point.
By convention these features are identified on lunar maps by placing the letter on the side of the crater mid-point that is closest to Lyot crater.
