Scientific Interest
Tycho is a prominent lunar impact crater located in the southern highlands of the Moon’s near side. Tycho crater is named after the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe (1546–1601), who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy through his meticulous observations of the positions of celestial objects.
Overall, Tycho crater stands out as one of the most prominent and scientifically intriguing features on the Moon’s surface, offering valuable insights into the dynamics of impact cratering and the geological history of Earth’s closest celestial neighbor.
Tycho crater is of significant scientific interest to astronomers and planetary scientists. Its relatively young age and well-preserved features make it an important target for studying impact processes on the Moon and other planetary bodies.
Like many large impact craters on the Moon, Tycho features a central peak rising from the crater floor. The peak rises to a height of about 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) above the crater floor. The central peak is believed to have formed as a result of rebounding material from the impact, similar to the rebound seen in terrestrial impact craters.
Formation
Tycho crater was formed relatively recently in geological terms, likely around 108 million years ago during the Moon’s Copernican era. It was created by the impact of a large asteroid or comet colliding with the lunar surface. The impact excavated material from beneath the Moon’s surface, creating the central peak and ejecting debris that formed the distinctive ray system.
Diameter 85 km (53.4 mi)
Depth 4.7 km (2.9 mi)
Age 108 MYO
Eponym Tycho Brahe
Location of Tycho Crater as Seen from
the Earth’s Northern Hemisphere
* This item is artisan crafted with meticulous care. Given its handmade and hand-finished nature, variations are to be expected and celebrated.
| Size | Width | Height | Depth |
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| S | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) | 7.25 in (18.4 cm) | 1.5 (3.8 cm) |
| M | 13.25 in (33.6 cm) | 13.25 in (33.6 cm) | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| L | 25.25 in (64.1 cm) | 25.25 in (64.1 cm) | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| XL | 49.25 in (18.4cm) | 49.25 in (18.4cm) | 3.25 in (8.3 cm) |
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Tycho, a prominent lunar crater in the Moon’s southern highlands, is named after Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe (1546–1601), renowned for his precise celestial observations. This young, well-preserved crater provides valuable insights into impact cratering and lunar geological history.
Formed about 108 million years ago during the Copernican era by an asteroid or comet impact, Tycho features a central peak rising 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) from its floor, created by rebounding material. Debris from the impact formed its distinctive ray system, making Tycho a key site for studying lunar and planetary impact processes.
Location of Tycho Crater as Seen from the Earth's Northern Hemisphere
Materials
*This item is artisan crafted with meticulous care. Given its handmade and hand-finished nature, variations are to be expected and celebrated.
Dimensions
| Size | Width | Height | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 7.25in (18.4 cm) | 7.25in (18.4 cm) | 1.5 (3.8 cm) |
| M | 13.25 in (33.6 cm) | 13.25 in (33.6 cm) | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| L | 25.25 in (64.1 cm) | 25.25 in (64.1 cm) | 1.5 in (3.8 cm) |
| XL | 49.25 in (18.4cm) | 49.25 in (18.4cm) | 3.25 in (8.3 cm) |
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