This picture, taken only minutes after NASA Mariner 10 made its closest approach to Mercury, is one of the highest resolution pictures obtained. Abundant craters in various stages of degradation dot the surface.
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Title: Mercury at First Encounter Closest Approach
Creator: NASA/JPL
Date Created: 2000-08-24
Rights: JPL
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