the atmosphere of mercury and mars are very thin. what effects does the thin atmosphere on the temperature on the surface of this planet?

The effects of the thin atmosphere are that the surface of the planet is going to be much hotter and not only that but also more radioactive than a planet with a thicker atmosphere. The thick atmosphere on other planets prevents a lot of radiation from going straight to the surface of the planet.

Explanation:

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molecules are free to separate from each other and will take on the shape of the container. molecules move completely at random and high speeds. they vibrate in a fixed position and do not move around much. molecules expand to the edge of their container.