Sandeggtind Peak
| Sandeggtind Peak | |
|---|---|
  Sandeggtind Peak Location in Antarctica | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,055 metres (10,023 ft) |
| Coordinates | 71°52′S 9°45′E / 71.867°S 9.750°ECoordinates: 71°52′S 9°45′E / 71.867°S 9.750°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Antarctica |
Sandeggtind Peak is a 3,055 metres (10,023 ft) tall peak, standing 1.5 km (1 mi) south of Sandho Heights on Sandegga Ridge in the Conrad Mountains, Queen Maud Land. It was discovered and photographed by the Third German Antarctic Expedition (1938–1939), led by Capt. Alfred Ritscher. It was mapped by Norway from air photos and surveys by NorAE, 1956–60, and named Sandeggtind (sand ridge peak).[1]
See also
References
- ↑ "Sandeggtind Peak". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 31 May 2010.
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