Scientists discover evidence of water ice at Mercury’s poles

Scientists discover evidence of water ice at Mercury’s poles

Mercury, the smallest and innermost planet in our solar system, revolves around the sun in a mere 88 days, making a tight orbit that keeps the planet incredibly toasty. Surface temperatures on Mercury can reach a blistering 800 degrees Fahrenheit — hot enough to liquify lead. Now researchers from NASA, MIT, the University of California […]