 CTX image of Dampier, with Karratha in center | |
| Planet | Mars |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 15°44′S 203°38′E / 15.73°S 203.63°E / -15.73; 203.63 |
| Quadrangle | Memnonia |
| Diameter | 27 km (17 mi) |
| Eponym | Dampier, Australia |
Dampier is an impact crater in the Memnonia quadrangle of Mars. It was named after the town of Dampier, Western Australia, in 2021.
Dampier is south of Burton crater. Karratha crater lies within Dampier. It is likely Noachian in age.
References
- "Dampier (crater)". Gazetteer of Planetary Nomenclature. USGS Astrogeology Research Program.
- Lagain, A.; Bouley, S.; Zanda, B.; Miljković, K.; Rajšić, A.; Baratoux, D.; Payré, V.; Doucet, L. S.; Timms, N. E.; Hewins, R.; Benedix, G. K. (2022-07-12). "Early crustal processes revealed by the ejection site of the oldest martian meteorite". Nature Communications. 13 (1): 3782. doi:10.1038/s41467-022-31444-8. hdl:20.500.11937/90161. ISSN 2041-1723.
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