Astro Photography By Wes Higgins
©2004 Wes Higgins
La-Caille Imaged 09-14-06 , 18 Inch Reflector , Infinity 2-1M Camera
The Information Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas
| Description: Circular formation situated between Purbach and Blanchinus. Steep slopes supporting La Caille M lengthened to the North-East. High walls ridden by La Caille A & AB to the North-West La Caille D to the East and La Caille H & L to the South. Flat floor filled with lava. Craterlets. Rille. |
Size: Dimension: 70x70Km / 41x41Mi Height: 2760m / 8400ft Height/Wide ratio: 0.0406 |
Observation: Interest : Very interesting formation Observation period: First Quarter or 6 days after Full Moon Minimal Instrument: 50 mm refractor |