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Mercury is called the "iron planet" because it has a high concentration of iron in its core. Scientists believe that the planet formed from the heavy elements, including iron, that were present in the early solar system. The iron content gives Mercury a high density and makes it similar to Earth's core in composition.

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Which planet is the Iron planet?

Mercury


What are mercurys minerals?

Mercury is an element. The ore of mercury is called cinnabar mercury sulfide (HgS). Mercury is also a planet - we do not know exactly what minerals make up the planet but we do know that it has a large Iron rich core.


What are some resources mercury has on their planet?

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What type of material is Planet Mercury?

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Why is Mercury called the red planet when Venus is the hottest planet?

Mecury is not called the red planet. Mars is called the red planet because of the iron oxide (rust) in it's soil, making the planet look red. Yes, Venus is the hottest planet but it is not called the red planet.


What are the elements on the planet Mercury?

Mercury consists of approximately 70% metallic and 30% silicate material.


What are the most important things about planet mercury?

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What makes up the planet Mercury?

It is made of iron oxide. It is made of iron oxide.


Is mercury the planet a liquid or a solid?

Solid, iron core


What is mercury planet called in Hindi?

Mercury planet is called "Budh graha" in Hindi.


Names of Mercury in Hindi?

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