THE SCIENCE OF BEPICOLOMBO

    The main scientific objectives of the mission will be achieved via a number of studies:

    • Origin and evolution of a planet close to its parent star.
    • Mercury's figure, interior structure, and composition.
    • Characteristics and origin of its internal magnetic field.
    • Exo- and endogenic surface modifications: cratering, tectonics, polar deposits and volcanism.
    • Structure, composition, origin and dynamics of Mercury's exosphere.
    • Structure and dynamics of Mercury's magnetosphere.
    • Test of Einstein's Theory of General Relativity. 

    In order to expand the scope of these studies, while fine-tuning their operational details, a number of disciplinary working groups have been established. These working groups meet, on average, once a year and include scientists from both the BepiColombo community and beyond.

    SCWG            HEWG            DHAWG            GGWG            GBOWG            CWG