Venus, often called Earth’s twin because of its similar size and composition, is a planet of extremes. With surface temperatures hot enough to melt lead and a thick atmosphere filled with carbon dioxide, Venus has an inhospitable environment. Its atmosphere also contains clouds of sulfuric acid, making it difficult to study from the surface.
Despite these challenges, space missions like NASA’s Magellan and ESA’s Venus Express have provided valuable data about Venus’ surface and atmosphere. The exploration of Venus is crucial for understanding planetary climates and the potential for habitable environments on other planets.