Beta Regio

Beta Regio is a region of the planet Venus known as a volcanic rise. Measuring about 3,000 kilometres (1,900 miles) in extent, it constitutes a prominent upland region of Venus centered at 25°18′N 282°48′E / 25.3°N 282.8°E. Volcanic rises are broad, sloping highlands over 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) across. They are cut by deep troughs 100–200 kilometres (62–124 miles) across. These troughs are an example of continental rifting, and are evidence of surface tectonism.

Beta Regio

Beta Regio is a region of the planet Venus known as a volcanic rise. Measuring about 3,000 kilometres (1,900 miles) in extent, it constitutes a prominent upland region of Venus centered at 25°18′N 282°48′E / 25.3°N 282.8°E. Volcanic rises are broad, sloping highlands over 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) across. They are cut by deep troughs 100–200 kilometres (62–124 miles) across. These troughs are an example of continental rifting, and are evidence of surface tectonism.