Venus is almost Earth's "twin" with a similar size and gravity. However, the atmosphere of Venus lacks water. What is the fundamental difference between Earth and Venus that is responsible for Earth having water and Venus lacking water.

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Addison Farley

17 March, 06:04

Venus is almost Earth's "twin" with a similar size and gravity. However, the atmosphere of Venus lacks water. What is the fundamental difference between Earth and Venus that is responsible for Earth having water and Venus lacking water.

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Markus Copeland · Answer 1

Surface temperature

Explanation:

Consider the proximity of Venus to the sun. The surface temperature of Venus is estimated to be 864 degrees Fahrenheit (462 degrees Celsius) compared to Earth's 57.2 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees Celcius).

At this temperature, water would literally boil away, turning into steam. This is a temperature hot enough to melt Lead.

If Earth is Heaven, Venus is Hell.