What is the atmosphere of Venus primarily composed of?
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The atmosphere of Venus is primarily composed of carbon dioxide, with clouds of sulfuric acid.
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What is the surface temperature of Venus, and why is it so high?
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The surface temperature of Venus is around 900 degrees Fahrenheit (475 degrees Celsius) due to a strong greenhouse effect.
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What is the main reason Mercury has almost no atmosphere?
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Mercury has almost no atmosphere because of its small size and proximity to the Sun, which causes any atmosphere to be stripped away.
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What is the average distance of Mercury from the Sun?
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The average distance of Mercury from the Sun is about 36 million miles (58 million kilometers).
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What is the shape of the orbits of the planets in our solar system?
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The orbits of the planets in our solar system are slightly elliptical.
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What is the primary component of Earth's atmosphere?
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The primary component of Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen, making up about 78% of the atmosphere.
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What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by water?
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About 71% of Earth's surface is covered by water.
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