I WONDER - How Big Is The Planet Mercury?

I WONDER - How Big Is The Planet Mercury?

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Physics, Science

KG - 6th Grade

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Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system, with a diameter of about 4880 kilometers, making it roughly three-quarters the length of the Amazon River. It is so small that 18 Mercurys could fit inside Earth, and it is only slightly larger than Earth's moon. Interestingly, Mercury is gradually shrinking due to the cooling of the planet, which causes its iron core to solidify.

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What is the diameter of Mercury in kilometres?

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How many Earths could fit inside Mercury?

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How does Mercury's size compare to the Earth's moon?

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What is causing Mercury to shrink slowly over time?

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What is the relationship between Mercury's cooling and its iron core?

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