 MESSENGER image of Oskison crater. The lower image highlights some of its secondary crater chains. | |
| Planet | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 60°22′N 214°46′W / 60.36°N 214.76°W |
| Quadrangle | Raditladi |
| Diameter | 122 km (76 mi) |
| Eponym | John Milton Oskison |
The crater Oskison is located in the far northern hemisphere of Mercury, in the plains north of Caloris basin. Oskison is a distinctive crater with a large central peak that exposes material excavated from depth. Many chains of secondary craters are visible radiating from Oskison outward onto the surrounding smooth plains, known as Stilbon Planitia.[1]
Oskison was named after Cherokee author John Milton Oskison in 2008.[2]
The crater Navoi is to the east of Oskison.
Oskison crater
Smaller crater on the west rim of Oskison
Exaggerated color view of Oskison crater, looking northwest
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