Gizmodo
-
First Full Fly-by Image of Mercury
Nasa's Messenger Sends First Full Fly-By Image of Mercury
Yesterday at 4:40AM east time, Nasa's Messenger (MErcury Surface, Space ENvironment, GEochemistry and Ranging spacecraft) flew by just 125 miles over the surface of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun and the smallest in the Solar System. This is the first time in history that the whole planet is going to be photographed in its entirety by an Earthling probe, with amazing resolution and ultra-crisp detail.
More » 
59,508
103
By Jesus DiazComment by .endejas.: I love it when you guys post on NASA stuff. It's probably the highlight of my day everytime. 18 Responses | Other threads
- 1
1 of 1 for "First Full Fly-by Image of Mercury, "
