Which characteristic of Venus has led many to call it the "sister planet" to Earth?
a. Venus and Earth have very similar atmospheres.
b. Venus is almost the same size as Earth
c. Venus and Earth have liquid water on the surface.
d. Venus is the same distance from the Sun as Earth.
e. Venus and Earth have composite volcanoes.
b
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A) north. B) east. C) west. D) south. E) down.
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a. electromagnetic b. strong force c. weak force d. gravitational
The seasons result from the tip of the Earth's equator and axis relative to its orbit
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Unlike Earth, Mars' seasons are affected (enhanced and diminished) by the distance between Mars and the Sun. This is because:
A) Earth is closer to the Sun to begin with. B) an Earth year is shorter. C) Mars is tilted more on its axis than Earth is. D) the orbit of Mars is significantly more elliptical. E) Mars gets closer to the Sun than the Earth does.