Why are astronomers more interested in exploring Mars rather than Venus?

Answer 1

Mars is more habitable

Venus is a much poorer candidate than Mars because of its surface temperature, which makes it extremely difficult to colonize and travel around. Mars' surface is closer, colder, and more acceceible, and scientists have many ideas about how to make it more like Earth.

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Answer 2

Hailey Alvarez

Mars is considered more habitable and shares similarities with Earth, making it a potential candidate for life. Venus has extreme temperatures, a thick atmosphere, and is less likely to harbor life.

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