Craterra

Lunar Valley

The Linear Chasm of Vallis Christel

Vallis Christel is a linear lunar valley extending 2.1 kilometers across the terrain.

Feature Profile & Selenographic Data

Feature type
vallis
Coordinates
24.54° N · 11.08° E
Diameter
2.1 km
IAU approval
1976/01/01 00:00:00
LAC quadrangle
LAC-42 · Mare Serenitatis

Geological Chronicle

Vallis Christel is an elongated lunar valley chasm stretching across 2.1 kilometers in the Mare Serenitatis quadrangle. The valley cuts across ancient highland materials along a distinct structural trend.

Geological mapping identifies the chasm as a fracture or sculptured depression produced by tectonic processes and ballistic impacts. The feature is cataloged by the International Astronomical Union at latitude 24.5441° and longitude 11.0814°.

Chronology & Exploration

  1. IAU Valley Approved

    The International Astronomical Union approves the valley designation.

Scientific Sources & References

Name Origin

German female name, part of Aratus CA.

Interactive Lunar Surface

Explore Vallis Christel in 3D

Inspect lunar elevation data and the official selenographic position.