NASA | Return to Venus: Part I

The video explores the planet Venus, highlighting its dense carbon dioxide atmosphere and the mysteries surrounding it. NASA's upcoming mission with the Mariner spacecraft aims to gather more data about Venus. Historical observations, starting with Galileo, have shaped our understanding of Venus, challenging the geocentric model. Advances in the 20th century led to misconceptions about Venus's atmosphere, initially thought to be similar to Earth's. The video also touches on Venus's portrayal in science fiction, reflecting past beliefs about its environment.

What cultural significance did Venus hold in ancient civilizations?

What assumptions did astronomers in the 20th century make about Venus's atmosphere?