Choose the statement that correctly describes the rotation and revolution of Mer

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Choose the statement that correctly describes the rotation and revolution of Mercury. For every three Mercury years, there are two Mercury days. This is due to its eccentric orbit and proximity to the Sun. Mercury's rotational period is about 58 Earth days and its orbital period is about 87 Earth days. This is due to the gravitational influence of Venus and Earth. Mercury's rotational period lasts about 58 Earth days and its orbital period lasts about 87 Earth days. This is due to its eccentric orbit and proximity to the Sun. For every three Mercury years, there are two Mercury days. This is due to the the gravitational influence of Venus and Earth.

Explanation / Answer

The sun's gravitational pull speeds up or slows down Mercury's rotation

it is tidally locked to the sun as like that of moon to the earth

so the answer is option 3

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