Craterra

Lunar Mountain

The Peak of Mons Ampère

Rising above the lunar crust, Mons Ampère extends across a diameter of 29.96 kilometers.

Feature Profile & Selenographic Data

Feature type
mons
Coordinates
19.32° N · 3.71° W
Diameter
29.96 km
IAU approval
1935/01/01 00:00:00
LAC quadrangle
LAC-41 · Montes Apenninus

Geological Chronicle

Mons Ampère is a prominent lunar mountain massif spanning a diameter of 29.96 kilometers. The elevation forms a major topographic feature in the surrounding highlands within the Montes Apenninus region.

The mountain represents elevated crustal material associated with regional impact basin sculpting. The feature is cataloged by the International Astronomical Union at latitude 19.3239° and longitude -3.7095°.

Chronology & Exploration

  1. IAU Name Designated

    The International Astronomical Union officially designates the mountain.

Scientific Sources & References

Name Origin

André-Marie; French physicist (1775-1836).

Interactive Lunar Surface

Explore Mons Ampère in 3D

Inspect lunar elevation data and the official selenographic position.