⛰️ Theia Mons
Other · Other · 22.70°N, 281.00°E
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Theia Mons is a large highland shield volcano on the planet Venus. Located near the center of Beta Regio, a large region of recent volcanic uplift due to a currently active mantle plume, Theia Mons is situated at the junction of three branches of Devana Chasma, an extensive rift system. It is named after Theia, a Titan from Greek mythology; the name Theia Mons was officially approved by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 1979.
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Quick facts
| Country | Other |
|---|---|
| Continent / region | Other |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 22.70°N, 281.00°E · view on map |
Theia Mons is located in Other, in Other.
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