The Main Reason for the Very High Temperature (750 K)

question 147

Multiple Choice

The main reason for the very high temperature (750 K) on the surface of the planet Venus is thought to be

• A) chemical reactions between constituents of the atmosphere, particularly sulfuric acid.
• B) radiation from hot lava, produced by intense and continuous volcanic action.
• C) continuous bombardment of the surface by solar wind particles and meteoroids.
• D) absorption of visible radiation by the Venusian surface and the subsequent trapping of infrared radiation emitted by the surface, by the atmosphere, and clouds.

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Definitions:

Radiation

The emission or transmission of energy in the form of waves or particles through space or a material medium, including electromagnetic radiation like light and radio waves, and particle radiation like alpha and beta particles.

Beneficial

Having a positive or useful effect; providing a benefit.

Harmful

Referring to anything that can cause damage or adverse effects on living organisms or the environment.

Nonpolar Covalent

A type of chemical bond where two atoms share a pair of electrons with each other equally because they have similar electronegativities.