What New Images Did Messenger Capture During Its Mercury Fly-by

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Messenger has transmitted new images of Mercury during its fly-by, showcasing the planet's surface in unprecedented detail. The initial four pictures were relayed back recently, marking a significant milestone in the mission. NASA's spacecraft is currently over halfway through its extensive five-billion-mile journey, which involves 15 orbits around the sun. The mission aims to place Messenger into orbit around Mercury by March 2011. These images contribute valuable data to our understanding of Mercury's geology and environment.
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