Scientists Drastically Underestimated How Much Mercury Has Shrunk

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What happened

A new estimate of Mercury's shrinkage shows that this planet may have contracted 10% to 30% more than previous research suggested.

Key facts

  • A new estimate of Mercury's shrinkage shows that this planet may have contracted 10% to 30% more than previous research suggested.
  • Reported by Gizmodo and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:18 UTC.

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