Q. Mercury completes three rotations on its axis for every _____ orbits around the Sun.
β
Correct Answer: (B)
Two
Explanation: Mercury has a 3:2 spin-orbit resonance, completing three rotations for every two orbits around the Sun.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Mercury has a 3:2 spin-orbit resonance, completing three rotations for every two orbits around the Sun.