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The planet Mercury (1971)The physical properties of the planet Mercury, its surface, and atmosphere are presented for space vehicle design criteria. The mass, dimensions, mean density, and orbital and rotational motions are described. The gravity field, magnetic field, electromagnetic radiation, and charged particles in the planet's orbit are discussed. Atmospheric pressure, temperature, and composition data are given along with the surface composition, soil mechanical properties, and topography, and the surface electromagnetic and temperature properties.
Document ID
19720013149
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Special Publication (SP)
Date Acquired
September 2, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1972
Subject Category
Space Sciences
Report/Patent Number
NASA-SP-8085
Accession Number
72N20799
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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