I WONDER - Why Is Venus Hotter Than Mercury?

Venus is hotter than Mercury despite being further from the Sun due to its thick atmosphere, which is rich in carbon dioxide. This gas traps heat effectively, creating a greenhouse effect that makes Venus's surface extremely hot.

Why is Venus hotter than Mercury even though it is further from the Sun?

• Venus has a thicker atmosphere.

• Venus has a larger size.

• Venus is closer to the Sun.

• Venus has more volcanic activity.

What is the primary component of Venus' atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

How does Venus' atmosphere affect its temperature?

• It cools the planet down.

• It absorbs all sunlight.

• It reflects sunlight away.

• It traps heat like a blanket.

Which gas is responsible for trapping heat in Venus' atmosphere?

• Argon

• Carbon dioxide

• Ozone

• Methane

What effect does the carbon dioxide in Venus' atmosphere have?

• It creates a magnetic field.

• It traps heat, increasing the planet's temperature.

• It causes the planet to have strong winds.

• It makes the planet colder.