Roman GłogulskiVenus, the closest planet to us in the Solar System, is one of the most turbulent places in the universe. Although it is compared to Earth due to its similar diameter, its conditions are not conducive to life.
Key facts:
– Venus is referred to as the sister or twin of Earth.
– It has a very thick layer of sulfuric acid clouds, which give it a bright yellow color.
– The temperature on the surface of Venus can reach up to 500 degrees, making it impossible for most materials to survive.
– One of the most dangerous phenomena on this planet is lightning, which occurs much more frequently than on Earth.
– Venus is also known for its very high pressure, which is 93 times greater than on our planet.
Venus has been the subject of interest for scientists and space missions for many years. So far, several probes have been sent to its surface, providing important scientific data. The most significant information about this planet was relayed by the Venus Express probe, which studied it from 2006 to 2015.
An interesting discovery made by the probe was the dark vortexes formed by clouds around the poles of Venus. However, scientists are still uncertain about their composition and formation.
Although Venus resembles Earth in some aspects, it is one of the most inhospitable planets in the Solar System. We hope that future space missions will allow us to better understand this fascinating planet.
FAQ:
Q: Why is Venus so hot?
A: Venus is the hottest planet in the Solar System due to the greenhouse effect, which traps infrared radiation.
Q: Is there a possibility of life on Venus?
A: Due to its extreme atmospheric conditions and high temperature, it is unlikely for life to exist on Venus.
Definitions:
– Venus: The second planet from the Sun, characterized by extreme atmospheric conditions and high temperature.
– Venus Express: A space probe of the European Space Agency that studied the planet Venus from 2006 to 2015.
Source: YourWeather.com / NASA / ESA.
