Mercury

Who or what is Mercury named after?

Mercury was named after Mercury the swift messenger God of Greek mythology.

How far is Mercury from the sun?

It is 36 million miles from the sun.

What is the diameter of Mercury?

3,o31 miles

It's the smallest planet.

What is the temperature range on Mercury?

It ranges from -270 degrees F to 800 degrees F.

How many moons does Mercury have?

Mercury has no moons.

How long is one year on Mercury?

A year on Mercury is 88 earth days.

How long is a day on Mercury?

A day on Mercury is 58 earth days.

What are some special features of Mercury?

It has a cratered srface and metal core. It also is covered in dust.

What is Mercury made of?

It's made of rocks.

What is the air like on Mercury?

The atmosphere is thin and is made of hydrogen and helium.

The sky would be pitch black even in the day.

What is your weight on Mercury?

To calculate your weight on Mercury you multiply your weight by 0.38.

I would weigh about 22 pounds

Jo would weigh about 17

Emmy about 10 and Margie 5