FACTS ABOUT PLANETS: MERCURY Posted on April 28, 2016 by Lantern Books 0 Mercury is the smallest planet in the Solar System and the one closest to the Sun. It is a very hot planet which has a barren surface which looks similar to Earth’s moon. Got more cool facts about Mercury? Share yours with us in the comments box. Share this:TwitterFacebookEmailPrintLinkedInRedditTumblrPinterestPocketLike Loading... Related