Why Is Venus's Atmosphere Hotter Than Mercury Even Though It

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why is Venus's atmosphere hotter than Mercury even though it is farther from the Sun?

• A) Venus has a thin atmosphere thus allowing more of Sun's radiation to enter.
• B) Venus contains water vapor in its atmosphere, which absorbs more heat.
• C) Venus contains 96 percent CO₂ resulting in very hot temperatures.
• D) Mars contains more CO₂ , which has a cooling effect on its atmosphere.
• E) Mercury has a hotter atmosphere because it is closer to the Sun than Venus.

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