Venus: Earth’s Fiery Twin

Venus is almost the same size as Earth, just slightly smaller in diameter.
Its thick atmosphere traps heat, making it the hottest planet in the solar system.
Surface temperatures on Venus can reach a scorching 900°F (475°C).
The atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide, with clouds of sulfuric acid.
A day on Venus lasts longer than a year — 243 Earth days to rotate once.
Venus spins backwards compared to most planets, with the Sun rising in the west.
Powerful winds in the upper atmosphere can circle the planet in just four Earth days.
Venus has no moons or rings, making it unique among the inner planets.
The surface is covered with vast plains, mountains, and thousands of volcanoes.
Venus has been explored by more than 20 spacecraft, from NASA and the Soviet Union.