Surface of Venus and probe, artwork
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Surface of Venus and probe, artwork
Surface of Venus and balloon probe, artwork. The surface of Venus is the hottest planetary surface in the solar system, with temperatures of nearly 500 degrees Celsius. This is due to its dense carbon dioxide atmosphere that traps the Suns heat. The surface atmospheric pressure is around 90 times that on Earth. Clouds of sulphuric acid obscure the Sun and the rest of the sky. Venus is 108 million kilometres from the Sun. Several spacecraft have visited Venus, with 10 Soviet probes in the 1970s and 1980s achieving a landing. None survived for long, with a total of 110 minutes of communication from the surface
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This artwork print showcases the treacherous and mysterious surface of Venus, a planet known for its extreme conditions. The image depicts a rocky landscape with towering mountains, surrounded by thick clouds of sulphuric acid that shroud the entire sky. The barren and lifeless terrain is marked by craters and volcanic activity, hinting at a tumultuous past. The artwork also features a balloon probe descending towards the surface, representing mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration. This technological marvel braves the searingly hot temperatures reaching nearly 500 degrees Celsius to unravel the secrets hidden beneath Venus' dense carbon dioxide atmosphere. Venus, located 108 million kilometers away from the Sun in our solar system's inner region, has posed numerous challenges for space missions. Despite several attempts by Soviet probes in the 1970s and 1980s to land on this hostile planet, none survived for long enough to provide substantial data. Only a mere 110 minutes of communication were achieved from its scorching surface. This mesmerizing illustration not only highlights Venus' unique geological features but also pays tribute to humanity's relentless spirit of discovery. It serves as a reminder of our ongoing quest to understand distant worlds beyond our own while pushing scientific boundaries in order to unlock their mysteries.
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