List of geological features on Dione
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This is a list of named geological features on Dione. Dionean geological features are named after people and places in Roman mythology.
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Chasms
Dionean chasms are called chasmata. They are named after important locations in Roman mythology and history.
Chasma | Named after |
Larissa Chasma | Larissa |
Latium Chasma | Latium |
Palatine Chasma | Palatine Hill |
Tibur Chasma | Tibur |
Lineae
Dionean lineae (bright wispy markings) are named after important locations in Roman history.
Linea | Named after |
Carthage Linea | Carthage |
Padua Linea | Padua |
Palatine Linea | Palatine Hill |
Craters
Dionean craters are named after figures from Greek and Roman mythology, especially the Aeneid.
External links
- USGS: Dione nomenclature (http://planetarynames.wr.usgs.gov/saturn/dionTOC.html)
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