Two conditions that appear to be necessary for the generation of a powerful magnetic field in planets that are NOT present simultaneously on Mercury are:
A) rapid rotation and a molten iron core.
B) a molten core and a significant atmosphere.
C) rapid rotation and a conducting atmosphere.
D) a solid surface and a significant iron content.
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