Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun. It has no substantial atmosphere, so temperatures vary dramatically between day and night.
- Orbits the Sun quickly (one “year” is short).
- Has a heavily cratered surface.
Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun. It has no substantial atmosphere, so temperatures vary dramatically between day and night.
| Star | Sun |
|---|---|
| System | Solar System |
| Radius | 2440.0km |