When asked which planet is nearest the Earth, people typically reply “Venus.” Although this statement may be accurate in most instances, Venus does not always constitute the closest planet. New research proves that Mercury is indeed our nearest planet when measured accurately; scientists used an advanced mathematical technique which takes time into account to demonstrate…
Mercury is the smallest planet in our solar system and features an extremely thin atmosphere. Additionally, its heavily cratered surface and extreme temperatures make it unlikely that any life could survive there. No moon orbits it and it lies very close to the Sun. Best seen at dawn or dusk for optimal viewing; doing so…
Mercury, our closest planet to the Sun, features heavily cratered surfaces with an abundant iron core. Astronomers were once uncertain as to whether Mercury was tidally locked; one side always faces toward the Sun like our Moon does. There has been evidence of volcanoes on Mercury but none like those found here on Earth. How…
Mars may often be touted as our nearest neighboring planet, yet Venus actually comes closer on average according to a model published in Physics Today. Scientists used a mathematical technique that accounts for time by measuring the distances between multiple points on each planet’s orbit. They ran their simulation for 10,000 years to get accurate…
Consuming too much mercury-contaminated fish can lead to serious consequences, including tremors, numbness, memory problems and muscle weakness. Sushi eaters should exercise extreme care when selecting their selections of seafood. Smaller species at the lower levels of the food chain tend to accumulate less mercury, making shrimp, salmon and other seafood low on the food…
Mercury is a heavy, silvery-white liquid metal commonly referred to as quicksilver. Mercury takes its name from both planet and Roman god with the same name. Mercury served as messenger between physical world and divine realm. Human activity releases mercury into the environment, either naturally or through pollution. Ancient Greeks Mercury, our closest planet to…
Today’s fast-paced world relies on email, conference calls and shipping labels – we rely heavily on them! Astrologers believe that when Mercury retrogrades it leads to chaos. However, scientists contend that Mercury is simply an optical illusion, and there’s no basis to believe this astrological event has any influence over our behavior here on Earth….
Salmon fish is commonly known in Tamil as caalmnnnn (pronounced caaal-mn-nn). Packed with Omega 3 and Selenium, salmon helps lower cholesterol levels, blood pressure, eyesight problems and stress relief while strengthening bones and relieving stress. Salmon fish is one of the best low mercury level options while its delectable taste makes it highly appealing. Catfish/Singhara…
Usually when asked what planet is closest to Earth, most will answer Venus; however, this may not be accurate. Mercury, Venus and Earth come first; Mars follows; then Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are seen setting and rising after the Sun. These inferior planets set and rise after him. Mercury Mercury, the closest and smallest…
