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Venus

From λ LUMENWARD

Venus is the second planet from the Sun in the Solar System. It is a terrestrial planet with a dense atmosphere and a surface shaped by volcanic and tectonic processes.

Venus is discussed in planetary science, atmospheric science, and comparative planetology.

Status

Venus has been studied through telescopic observation and spacecraft missions. Interpretations of its atmospheric evolution and surface history continue to be developed.

Solar System

Terrestrial planet

Planetary atmosphere

Planetary science