Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 36 - Review Check Questions (Comprehension) - Page 698: 10

Answer

Among the planets, Mercury is closest to the sun.

Work Step by Step

The gravitational field of the sun is strongest at Mercury's location. Any gravitational effects on spacetime will be largest for Mercury. This is discussed on page 694.
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