NASA’s New Views of Venus’ Surface From Space

The video discusses the thermal emission of Venus, highlighting how its surface glows even on the night side due to extreme heat. It introduces the concept of mineralogical differences, where different rocks and minerals emit varying levels of heat. The video also explores the possibility that Venus might have been habitable in the past, based on chemical fingerprints found in its atmosphere and on its surface. Finally, it emphasizes the potential for exciting scientific discoveries in the future through these observations.

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