Atlantis Chaos
Atlantis Chaos is a region of chaos terrain in the Phaethontis quadrangle of Mars. It is located around 34.7° south latitude, and 177.6° west longitude. It is encompassed by the Atlantis basin. The region is 162 kilometers (101 mi) across, and was named after an albedo feature at 30° S, 173° W.[1]
- Map showing relative positions of Atlantis Chaos, Gorgonum Chaos, Magelhaens Crater and Simois Colles
![]() Atlantis Chaos, as seen by HiRISE. Click on image to see mantle covering and possible gullies. The two images are different parts of the original image. They have different scales. | |
Location | Phaethontis quadrangle |
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Coordinates | 34°S 177°W |
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References
- "Atlantis Chaos". Gazetteer of Planetary Nomenclature. USGS Astrogeology Research Program.
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