Which of the following best explains why Mars' and Venus' surface temperatures vary, despite both planets having atmospheres that contain mostly carbon dioxide?(1 point)
Responses
Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface.
Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface.
Venus has a surface of high mountains which absorb heat.
Venus has a surface of high mountains which absorb heat.
Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat.
Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat.
Mars has a surface of red rocks and sand which reflect heat.
Mars has a surface of red rocks and sand that reflect heat.
The correct answer is:
- Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface.
- Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat.
These factors contribute to the variation in surface temperature between Mars and Venus.