187K views · 9.4K reactions | Good morning, Sunshine! ☀️ Today, the planet Mercury will pass between the Earth and the Sun, silhouetting it against our home star. The passage, which astronomers call a transit, will begin at approximately 7:35 a.m. EST and last for more than five hours. Here's how you can watch: https://go.nasa.gov/2ryFhuH. ⚠️ Remember to always use a safe Sun filter to protect your eyes! | NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Facebook

4.7M views · 158K reactions | Why is Venus, and not Mercury, the hottest planet? #venus #mercury #universe #solarsystem #planets #space | The Secrets Of The Universe | Facebook

157K views · 3.2K reactions | Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun, yet reaching it is one of space exploration’s greatest challenges. Why do missions take years when the planet is so near? What makes slowing down in space so difficult? And how do we use gravity itself to reach our destination? The answers lie in a journey of precision, patience, and relentless calculation. | The Brain Maze | Facebook