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What is the acceleration of gravity on Mercury?

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The acceleration of gravity on Mercury is approximately 3.7 meters per second squared (m/s^2). This value is determined by the mass of Mercury and the distance between its center of mass and the surface of the planet. Because Mercury is smaller and less massive than Earth, the force of gravity on its surface is weaker, leading to a lower acceleration of gravity.

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