Why Does Mars Appear Fainter Than Venus, as Seen from Earth

question 26

Multiple Choice

Why does Mars appear fainter than Venus, as seen from Earth?

• A)because of its red color
• B)because its two moons block the light from getting to Earth
• C)because it is often eclipsed by Jupiter
• D)because it is smaller, farther away and less reflective
• E)because it doesn't have water on its surface

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