Yes.
It is caused by solar radiation.
Mercury is not the coldest planet because it has more solar radiation than all of the other planets. This is because it is closer to the Sun. However, Mercury is not the hottest planet in the Solar System. See related question.
Mercury - the closest planet to the sun. Solar wind and radiation from the sun also blast off some of Mercury's minuscule atmosphere (Mercury's atmosphere is sometimes referred to as an exosphere)
Mercury - the closest planet to the sun. Solar wind and radiation from the sun also blast off some of Mercury's minuscule atmosphere (Mercury's atmosphere is sometimes referred to as an exosphere)
Mercury - the closest planet to the sun. Solar wind and radiation from the sun also blast off some of Mercury's minuscule atmosphere (Mercury's atmosphere is sometimes referred to as an exosphere)
Mercury is in the same solar system that we are in.
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Insolation is intercepted solar radiation.
Extreme temperatures: Mercury experiences temperature variations of over 600 degrees Celsius between its day and night, making it inhospitable for human life. Lack of atmosphere: Mercury has a very thin atmosphere that is unable to retain heat or protect against harmful solar radiation. Lack of water: Mercury does not have any liquid water on its surface, which is essential for supporting life as we know it. High levels of solar radiation: Due to its close proximity to the Sun, Mercury is subjected to high levels of solar radiation, making it unsuitable for supporting life.
incoming solar radiation = insolation
Mercury and Mars are known as the two planets in our solar system with little to no atmosphere. Mercury's atmosphere is so thin that it's often considered to be nonexistent, while Mars has a thin atmosphere composed mostly of carbon dioxide.
The plants absorbs the solar radiation and energy.