Venus' Rotation on Its Axis

question 59

Multiple Choice

Venus' rotation on its axis

• A) is the fastest of the terrestrial planets.
• B) prevents us from seeing all of its surface features.
• C) shows it is tidally locked in its orbit around the Sun.
• D) is highly tilted to its orbital plane, causing large seasonal changes.
• E) is clockwise, unlike most other solar system objects.

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