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Venus, computer artwork. This is the second planet
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Venus, computer artwork. This is the second planet
Venus, computer artwork. This is the second planet from the Sun, orbiting at an average of 108 million kilometres from it. Its diameter of 12, 100 kilometres is slightly smaller than that of the Earth. Venus has a dense atmosphere of carbon dioxide and sulphuric acid clouds that usually obscure the rocky surface (seen here). The atmosphere traps the Suns heat and leads to surface temperatures of over 500 degrees Celsius, the hottest planetary surface in the solar system. After the Earths moon, Venus is the brightest object in the night sky
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This print showcases the enigmatic beauty of Venus, our closest planetary neighbor. Created through computer artwork, it offers a glimpse into the second planet from the Sun, which orbits at an average distance of 108 million kilometers. With a diameter slightly smaller than that of Earth, Venus is veiled by a dense atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide and sulphuric acid clouds. In this image, we can discern glimpses of its rocky surface amidst the atmospheric haze. However, most often obscured by these thick clouds, Venus remains shrouded in mystery. The atmosphere acts as a trap for the Sun's heat, resulting in scorching surface temperatures exceeding 500 degrees Celsius – making it the hottest planetary surface within our solar system. After our Moon, Venus shines as one of the brightest objects illuminating our night sky. Its spherical shape adds to its allure as it glides gracefully through space alongside other celestial bodies. This mesmerizing illustration not only highlights its astronomical significance but also emphasizes its position as Earth's nearest cosmic companion. With its densest atmosphere and extreme temperatures rendering it inhospitable to life as we know it, Venus continues to captivate scientists and astronomers alike with its unique characteristics and potential insights into planetary science. As both morning star and evening star depending on its position relative to Earth's orbit around the Sun, Venus enchants us with its ethereal presence in our cosmic neighborhood.
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