Exploration of Venus

What recent discovery on Venus has reignited scientific interest in the planet?

• Presence of water

• Phosphate, a potential sign of life

• Evidence of ancient civilizations

• Active volcanoes

According to one theory, what caused Venus to become inhospitable?

• A massive solar flare

• A shift in its orbit

• A runaway greenhouse effect

• A collision with a large asteroid

What is the primary goal of the DAVINCI+ mission?

• To map the surface of Venus

• To study the atmosphere and noble gases

• To measure Venus's magnetic field

• To search for signs of life

What technology will VERITAS use to map Venus's surface?

• Ultraviolet sensors

• X-ray imaging

• Radar

• Infrared cameras

How might the findings from the Venus missions help in the study of exoplanets?

• By identifying planets with similar atmospheric conditions

• By determining the age of exoplanets

• By finding exoplanets with magnetic fields

• By discovering new exoplanets