MErcury Surface, Space ENvironments, GEochemistry and Ranging (MESSENGER) studied Mercury’s surface in stereo to determine global topography and landforms, which uncovers why Mercury is denser and more metal-rich than Venus, Earth, and Mars. Click "View Image Feature" below to learn more.
MErcury Surface, Space ENvironments, GEochemistry and Ranging (MESSENGER) studied Mercury’s surface in stereo to determine global topography and landforms, which uncovers why Mercury is denser and more metal-rich than Venus, Earth, and Mars.
The Deep Space Network provided communication and tracking services to MESSENGER through its 34 and 70 meter antennas.