Venus is hotter than Mercury because its atmosphere traps heat, which significantly raises its temperature, despite being farther from the Sun than Mercury.
NCERT Science Textbook Curiosity Science Session 2024-2025.
Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, even though it is farther from the Sun?
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Venus is hotter than Mercury because its thick atmosphere is rich in carbon dioxide, creating a strong greenhouse effect. This traps heat and raises the planet’s temperature, making Venus the hottest planet, even though it’s farther from the Sun.
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