Mercury

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Mercury, located 57 million kilometers from the Sun, is the smallest planet in our solar system, measuring just 4,876 kilometers (3,030 miles) in diameter. Notably, it has no moons and its orbit around the Sun takes approximately 88 Earth days, while one rotation on its axis lasts about 58,641 days. With extreme temperatures ranging from 870°F to -300°F and a tilt of only 2.11 degrees, Mercury offers fascinating insights into planetary conditions. Explore more about this unique planet and its characteristics!

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Mercury

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Mercury By Drake VanDam
Distance from the Sun • 57 million kilometers away • Closest to the sun • Between Venus and the sun.
Size • 4,876 kilometers • 3,030 miles • 8 largest planet
Moons • Mercury has no moons.
Orbit • 87,969 days around the sun. • 1 rotation takes 58,641 days. • It spins counter clockwise
Rotation • 1 rotation is 58,641 days. • Axis tilt is 2.11 degrees
Temperature • Maximum temp is 870 Fahrenheit. • Lowest temp is negative 300 Fahrenheit. • Mercury has no atmosphere
Interesting facts • The escape velocity is 9,507 mph • The date of discovery is unknown • Mercury has no atmosphere
Resources • www.kidsastronomy.com • www.planetfacts.gov • www.solarsystem.gov • www.Universetoday.com