Terrestrial Planets Flashcard

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What is the primary reason Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system?

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The atmosphere of Venus radiates heat back down to the surface of the planet.

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Which planet has the largest known volcano in our solar system?

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Mars.

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Which planet is the hottest in our solar system?

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Venus.

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Which terrestrial planets have diameters that are nearly equal in size?

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Earth and Venus.

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Which planet was named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty?

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Venus.

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What is the atmosphere of Venus primarily composed of?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is the name of the largest volcano on Mars?

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Olympus Mons.

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What is the average surface temperature of Venus?

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About 467 degrees Celsius (872 degrees Fahrenheit).

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Which terrestrial planet is known for having a very thin atmosphere?

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Mercury.

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What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?

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Nitrogen.