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Mariner 10 mosaic of Mercury
Mercury. Mariner 10 spacecraft mosaic image of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. Areas for which data is missing are blank. The surface of Mercury is heavily cratered due to impacts from meteorites. It also has lines of cliffs which are up to 3 kilometres (km) high and 500 km long. These escarpments may have been formed by the planets crust wrinkling as the core cooled and contracted billions of years ago. The surface rocks are generally dark and a poor reflector of sunlight. Mercury has about the density as Earth, though it has only about 5% of the volume and mass of our planet. The Mariner 10 spacecraft imaged Mercury on three flybys during 1974-75
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18x24 inch Poster Print
"Discover the wonders of our solar system with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the iconic Mariner 10 mosaic of Mercury. This stunning image, captured by the Mariner 10 spacecraft in 1974, provides a captivating view of our closest planet to the Sun. With intriguing areas of missing data, this print is a fascinating reminder of the mysteries of Mercury yet to be explored. Bring the wonders of space into your home or office and ignite a sense of wonder with every glance. Order your Mariner 10 Mercury poster print today!"
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a stunning mosaic of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. Taken by the Mariner 10 spacecraft during its three flybys in 1974-75, this image offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the mysterious world of Mercury. The heavily cratered surface serves as a testament to the countless impacts from meteorites that have shaped this celestial body over billions of years. One remarkable feature captured in this image is the presence of immense cliffs, reaching heights of up to 3 kilometers and stretching across an impressive distance of 500 kilometers. These awe-inspiring escarpments are believed to have formed when Mercury's crust wrinkled as its core cooled and contracted long ago. The dark-colored rocks covering Mercury's surface contribute to its poor reflection of sunlight, making it appear dimmer compared to other planets. Despite having similar density as Earth, Mercury possesses only about 5% of our planet's volume and mass. As we delve deeper into understanding our universe, images like these provide invaluable insights into distant worlds beyond our reach. This extraordinary photograph not only captures the scientific significance but also highlights the sheer beauty and wonder inherent in exploring new frontiers such as Mercury.
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