Top 10 Interesting Facts About Mercury Planet

Written By Md.NurHossain

Mercury is the nearest planet to the sun and the smallest planet in our solar System. constantly going to take a look at the Best 10 Facts about Mercury & look at its unique features. Alright, let’s get going!

Smallest Planet

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Closest to the Sun

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Mercury Extreme Temperatures

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No Atmosphere

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Rotational Period:

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Mercury Sunrises

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Mercury Water Ice Discovery

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Mercury High Density

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Mercury Magnetic Field:

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Mercury Cratered Surface:

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