NASA MARINER 9 Mission Index Map Red Planet MARS 1973 Photos Deimos Phobos Rover

Description: Beautiful fold-out map of Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun in our Solar System, based on data collected by Mariner 9, more than fifty years ago. Launched on May 30, 1971, the 506-kilogram (1,116-pound) Mariner 9 became the first spacecraft to orbit another planet. It circled Mars twice each day for a full year, photographing the surface and analyzing the atmosphere with infrared and ultraviolet instruments. The spacecraft gathered data on the atmospheric composition, density, pressure, and temperature and also the surface composition, temperature, and topography of Mars. Mariner 9 exceeded all primary photographic requirements by photo-mapping 100 percent of the planet's surface and taking the first closeup photographs of the tiny Martian moons, Deimos and Phobos. This handsome map was published by the National Geographic Society in February 1973 and reflects the data from Mariner's mission. The map unfolds to approximately 23" x 38", and one side depicts three views of the Red Planet. On the other side is a full-color illustration of a dust storm on the planet's cratered surface. There is also a useful index to features on the surface of Mars and descriptive text on the mission. Condition: This map is in very good condition, bright and clean, with no marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions. It is dated February 1973 in the legend and copyrighted © National Geographic Society. It's a wonderful reference to the geography of the Red Planet and would make a handsome display. Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine shipping on the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything at one time, not individually. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution

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