An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

A lunar → impact crater that is located in the southern part of the Moon’s near side. Latitude: 41.0°S, longitude: 0.2°E, diameter: 52 km, depth: 3.35 km.

See also: Named after the Iranian mathematician and astronomer Nasireddin Tusi (1201-1274), → Nasireddin couple.