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NASA’s Mesmerizing Snapshot: Mercury Is Solar System’s Shimmering Gem

NASA recently shared a captivating image of Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system and the closest to the Sun. Despite its small size and proximity to the Sun, Mercury isn’t the hottest planet. In the image, Mercury appears tan and various shades of blue, with visible craters on its surface.

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This stunning picture was captured by MESSENGER, the first spacecraft to orbit Mercury. MESSENGER collected color-enhanced maps to distinguish chemical, mineralogical, and physical differences in the planet’s rocks, with a primary focus on studying its geology, magnetic field, and chemical composition.

Since its posting, the image has garnered over 1,122,815 likes and a range of amusing comments from space enthusiasts, including references to the famous song lyrics, “I’m burning through the sky, yeah!” and “Gonna make a supersonic moon outta you!” It’s clear that space and its wonders continue to captivate people.

Priyanka Rai

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