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Venus. Computer artwork of a radar map of the surface of the planet Venus
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Venus. Computer artwork of a radar map of the surface of the planet Venus
Venus. Computer artwork of a radar map of the surface of the planet Venus (left), partially illuminated by the Sun (upper right). Venus is the second planet from the Sun, next in from Earth and around 42 million kilometres further in, at about 108 million kilometres from the Sun. Its diameter of about 12, 100 kilometres is slightly smaller than Earth s. Venus dense atmosphere of carbon dioxide has sulphuric acid clouds that obscure the rocky surface. The atmosphere traps the Suns heat and leads to surface temperatures of over 500 degrees Celsius, the hottest planetary surface in the solar system. In addition, the atmospheric pressure on the surface is 90 times that on Earth
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This print showcases the enigmatic beauty of Venus, our neighboring planet in the solar system. Created through computer artwork, it presents a radar map of Venus' surface with partial illumination from the Sun. As the second planet from the Sun and located approximately 108 million kilometers away, Venus boasts a diameter slightly smaller than Earth's at around 12,100 kilometers. However, what truly sets Venus apart is its dense atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide and shrouded by sulphuric acid clouds. These clouds obscure the rocky surface beneath them, creating an otherworldly landscape that remains largely hidden from view. The thick atmosphere also acts as a greenhouse effect, trapping heat from the Sun and resulting in scorching surface temperatures exceeding 500 degrees Celsius – making it the hottest planetary surface in our entire solar system. Moreover, standing on Venus would subject one to atmospheric pressure nearly 90 times greater than that experienced on Earth. This combination of extreme conditions makes exploring this mysterious planet an incredible challenge for scientists and researchers alike. Through this stunning illustration provided by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both the awe-inspiring wonders and inhospitable nature found within our cosmic neighborhood.
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