Venus is so brilliant because its thick clouds reflect much of the sunlight that reaches it back into space (approximately 70%), and it is the nearest planet to Earth. Venus is frequently visible as the brightest object in the sky during a few hours after sunset or before sunrise (other than the moon).
What Planet is Venus?
Venus is Earth's nearest planetary neighbor and the second planet from the Sun. It's one of the four inner, terrestrial (or rocky) planets, and it's sometimes referred to as Earth's twin due to its size and density.
Interesting facts about Venus include:
- the fact that a day on Venus lasts longer than a year.
- Despite being further away from the Sun, Venus is hotter than Mercury.
- Unlike the other planets in our solar system, Venus spins on its axis clockwise.
- After the Moon, Venus is the second brightest natural object in the night sky.
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