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Venus’ high surface temperature is due to an atmospheric ______ effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide
Venus’ high surface temperature is due to an atmospheric ______ effect caused mainly by a blanket of carbon dioxide
greenhouse
A greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of ______ easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere
A greenhouse effect is created when energy in the form of ______ easily passes through a planet’s atmosphere
sunlight
Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent ______ dioxide
Venus’ atmosphere consists of more than ninety percent ______ dioxide
carbon
Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the ______’s
Venus’ atmosphere traps much more heat radiation than does the ______’s
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Fossil fuels add ______ dioxide to the atmosphere
Fossil fuels add ______ dioxide to the atmosphere
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Study Notes
Greenhouse Effect on Venus
- The high surface temperature of Venus is caused by an atmospheric greenhouse effect, primarily due to a high concentration of carbon dioxide.
- This greenhouse effect occurs when sunlight passes through the atmosphere, warms the surface, and is converted to heat radiation, which is then trapped by the atmosphere.
Comparison of Venus and Earth Atmospheres
- Venus' atmosphere consists of more than 90% carbon dioxide, compared to less than 4% in the Earth's atmosphere.
- The higher percentage of carbon dioxide in Venus' atmosphere traps more heat radiation than the Earth's atmosphere.
Significance of Venus Studies
- The studies of Venus' atmosphere are important for understanding the potential adverse effects on Earth's agriculture due to long-term use of fossil fuels, which add carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
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Test your knowledge on the greenhouse effect on Venus with this quiz! Learn about the role of carbon dioxide in creating the high surface temperature on the planet and how energy from sunlight is trapped in its atmosphere.
