Mercury may have shrunk much more than we thought, new study hints | Live Science
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Mercury may have contracted significantly more than previously believed, with new estimates suggesting a reduction of 10% to 30% in its diameter. A study published in Geophysical Research Letters highlights how previous missions failed to recognize the extent of this shrinkage due to surface debris from impact craters.
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This news article presents a well-structured and informative examination of new findings regarding Mercury's contraction, maintaining a clear and objective tone throughout.
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