Katchalsky is a crater that lies on the far side of the Moon. It was named after scientist Aharon Katzir-Katchalsky.[1] It lies to the southeast of the larger crater Lobachevskiy, and to the west of the prominent King. Less than a half-crater diameter to the southeast of Katchalsky is Viviani.
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| Coordinates | 5°54′N 116°06′E / 5.9°N 116.1°E |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 32 km |
| Depth | 3 km |
| Colongitude | 245° at sunrise |
| Eponym | Aharon Katzir-Katchalsky |
The outer rim of Katchalsky is not quite circular, with outward bulges to the east and north, giving it a flat side along the northeastern edge. The rim is not markedly eroded, and the interior contains only a few tiny craterlets.
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