Mercury Flashcards

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What is the atmosphere like on Mercury?

A

Small amounts of hydrogen, helium, and oxygen.

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2
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What is Mercury’s surface temperature?

A

The surface temperature is 800 degrees F.

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3
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What is the size of Mercury?

A

The size is 1,516 mi.

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4
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What is the density of Mercury?

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The density is 5.43 g/cm^3.

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5
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What is the gravity of Mercury?

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The gravity is 3.7 m/s^2.

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6
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What is Mercury made up of?

A

Mercury’s core is made up of Iron with a very thin crust.

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7
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how many moons does Mercury have?

A

There are no moons.

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8
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Which way does Mercury revolve?

A

Counterclockwise around the sun.

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9
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Which way does Mercury rotate?

A

Counterclockwise on its axis.

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10
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Is there water on Mercury?

A

There is no water on Mercury.

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11
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Is there a possibility of life on Mercury?

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There is no possibility of life on Mercury.

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12
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Is there any evidence of plate tectonics on Mercury?

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Yes, there is evidence of plate tectonics.

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