Tsurayuki (crater)
Tsurayuki is a crater on Mercury. Its name was adopted by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 1976. Tsurayuki is named for Japanese author, poet, and courtier Ki no Tsurayuki.[1]
 MESSENGER NAC | |
| Planet | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 62.99°S 20.34°W |
| Quadrangle | Discovery |
| Diameter | 83 km (52 mi) |
| Eponym | Ki no Tsurayuki |
Oblique view
Tsurayuki lies on the north rim of Pushkin crater.
References
- "Tsurayuki". Gazetteer of Planetary Nomenclature. NASA. Retrieved 20 April 2022.
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