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Mercury map, 1977
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Mercury map, 1977
Mercury map, 1977. Part of the cratered surface of Mercury as shown in a 1977 map issued for NASA by the National Geological Survey in the USA. Mercurys surface includes heavy cratering, showing that it has been geologically inactive for billions of years. Initial maps of Mercury were made based on the data received from the 1975 Mariner flyby. The planned MESSENGER mapping mission (2011) will allow more detailed maps to be produced. Other features seen on Mercury include Dorsa (ridges), Montes (mountains), Planitiae, (plains), Rupes (escarpments), and Valles (valleys)
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1900s 1970s 1975 1977 Cartographic Cartography Crater Cratered Craters Geological Grid Latitude Lines Longitude Mariner Mercurian Mercury Mountains Nasa Plains Planetary Science Ridges Satellite Solar System Space Probe Space Race Surface Valleys Escarpments Montes Valles
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This print showcases a detailed map of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. Created in 1977 by the National Geological Survey in collaboration with NASA, this map provides valuable insights into the geology and topography of Mercury's surface. The image reveals an abundance of craters, indicating that this celestial body has been geologically inactive for billions of years. The initial maps of Mercury were crafted using data obtained from the Mariner flyby mission in 1975. However, it was not until the MESSENGER mapping mission in 2011 that more intricate and comprehensive maps could be produced. This ongoing endeavor allows scientists to delve deeper into understanding Mercury's unique features such as Dorsa (ridges), Montes (mountains), Planitiae (plains), Rupes (escarpments), and Valles (valleys). The artistic illustration captures the mesmerizing beauty of Mercury's surface with its intricate grid lines depicting longitude and latitude coordinates. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our solar system. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of how far we have come in exploring distant worlds beyond our own. This photograph is not only a testament to scientific progress but also a reminder that there is still much more to discover about our vast universe.
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