Little Mercury may be shrinking faster than scientists expected | WRAL
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Article written by MARCIA DUNN — AP Aerospace Writer
A recent study indicates that Mercury is shrinking more rapidly than previously thought, with a diameter loss of up to 14 miles. The findings suggest that the planet's surface may be concealing some of its shrinkage, prompting further investigation through the upcoming BepiColombo mission.
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