The Surface Features and Overall Topology of Venus Have Been

question 7

Multiple Choice

The surface features and overall topology of Venus have been determined primarily by

• A) balloon-borne spacecraft, launched into the Venusian atmosphere by spacecraft.
• B) surface lander vehicles that have explored the surface thoroughly.
• C) visible and UV photography from the space shuttle.
• D) radar methods from Venus-orbiting spacecraft, measuring radio echoes from the surface.

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