Mercury's major atmospheric gas is
A)oxygen.
B)hydrogen.
C)carbon dioxide.
D)Misleading; the atmosphere is virtually nonexistent.

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Mercury's atmosphere is very thin and composed mostly of helium and trace amounts of sodium, potassium, and oxygen. However, it is considered virtually nonexistent, so the best choice is D, "Misleading; the atmosphere is virtually nonexistent."

Mercury's Major Atmospheric Gas Is