List of geological features on Io

List of geological features on Io

This is a list of named geological features on Io. See also the list of mountains on Io and the list of paterae on Io.

Eruptive Centers

Eruptive centers on Io, locations typically where major volcanic activity was observed and characterized before the volcanic landform was, are named after the gods of volcanoes and/or blacksmiths in various mythologies.

Mensae

Ionian mensae (mesas) are named after mythological figures associated with fire or with the nymph Io.

Tholi

Ionian tholi (hills) are named after mythological figures associated with fire or with the nymph Io.

External links

* [http://planetarynames.wr.usgs.gov/jupiter/ioTOC.html USGS: Io nomenclature]


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