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A space probe is a scientific robotic spacecraft. It explores space and/or other planetary bodies (planets, satellites, asteroids, ..). It can flyby, orbit, enter atmosphere of, land on or submerge into its target, or approach interstellar space. Pioneer 10/11 and Voyager 1/2 are examples of space probe.

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Why is it hard to take a high quality image of far away objects (like Pluto) using a high-te...

Why did NASA send a probe so close to Pluto instead of using a high-tech telescope to capture images of its surface? The Icy Mountains of Pluto. … But to be honest, I got confused seeing latest pictures of Pluto taken by New Horizons, and I actually don't understand why we couldn't take such low-quality images without sending an entire probe close …
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