A day when heavenly bodies align
On July 1, 2015 Earth, Venus and Jupiter will be ordered on a single line.
Fun facts about venus
Venus is the second closest planet to the sun between Earth and Mercury. Venus is named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty.
What is the legend behind tortellini?
Italian legend says tortellini were shaped after the belly button of the goddess Venus.
What did Galileo observe about Venus?
Galileo observed that Venus has phases like the Moon, evidence that it orbits the Sun.
Is Mercury the hottest planet?
Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun, but Venus is hotter.
What is the hottest planet?
Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system, about 900°F at the surface.
Does Venus spin backward?
Venus spins backward compared with most planets, so on Venus the Sun rises in the west.
Is a day on Venus longer than its year?
A day on Venus, about 243 Earth days, is longer than its year of about 225 Earth days.
How strong is the air pressure on Venus?
The air pressure on the surface of Venus is about 90 times stronger than on Earth.
How long did the Venera 13 lander survive?
The Soviet Venera 13 lander survived for 127 minutes on the surface of Venus in 1982.
Why is Venus called the morning star?
Venus is called the "morning star" and "evening star" because it's so bright near sunrise and sunset.
Who is Venus named after?
Venus is the only planet named after a female figure, the Roman goddess of love.
What was the Venus phosphine controversy?
In 2020, scientists reported phosphine in Venus's clouds as a possible sign of life, but the finding has been heavily debated.
What are Venus's clouds made of?
Venus's clouds are made of sulfuric acid.
Who are Venus's surface features named after?
Most features on Venus are named after women.