The smallest planet in our solar system is Mercury.
Mercury, significantly smaller than Earth, has an equatorial diameter of approximately 3,032 miles (4,880 kilometers). To put that into perspective, Mercury is a little more than one-third the width of Earth. This diminutive size, combined with its proximity to the Sun, makes it a fascinating and challenging planet to study.
Here's a quick comparison illustrating Mercury's size relative to Earth:
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Planet: Mercury
- Equatorial Diameter: ~3,032 miles (4,880 km)
- Description: The smallest planet in our solar system.
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Planet: Earth
- Equatorial Diameter: ~7,918 miles (12,742 km)
- Description: A much larger planet than Mercury.
Therefore, the answer remains unequivocally Mercury.
