Derzhavin is a crater on Mercury. It has a diameter of 156 kilometers.[1] Its name was adopted by the International Astronomical Union in 1979. Derzhavin is named for the Russian poet Gavril Derzhavin, who lived from 1743 to 1816.[2]
![]() Oblique MESSENGER WAC image of Derzhavin | |
Feature type | Impact crater |
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Location | Victoria quadrangle, Mercury |
Coordinates | 45°36′N 36°56′W / 45.60°N 36.93°W |
Diameter | 156 km (97 mi) |
Eponym | Gavrila Derzhavin |
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Hollows
Hollows are present on the west side of Derzhavin crater.
- Hollows within western Derzhavin crater, shown at two different angles of illumination