Now the researchers are working on deciphering the data received from the dwarf planet
NASA analyze the first data on Pluto, transmitting space probe New Horizons, very happy with them, “Interfax” .
«We have received the first batch of scientific treasures. I can tell you that they far exceed our expectations, “- said the director of scientific programs of the NASA John Gransfeld.
See also: New Horizons probe passed the first signal while flying near Pluto Earlier it was reported that the probe transmitted to Earth the first ever clear images of the surface of Pluto. The pictures were taken when the machine was flying close to this space object.
The picture shows part of the planet, scientists are interested in directly. In particular, their attention was drawn to a relatively small area, which can be seen in the high mountains of about 3.5 thousand. Meters and can not see the craters, which were bound to be formed in the fall of asteroids. Researchers believe that this may be caused by geologic activity on Pluto that is “smoothed” the surface.
Scientists are interested in photography and satellite Charon Pluto. They see the dark area, which NASA called Mordor.
To transfer the entire volume of data collected about Pluto probe will require 16 months.
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