an Internet Treasure Hunt on Venus

Ahoy Mates! Grab your shovels and dig into the further reaches of cyberspace. There's a lot to learn in this information age. Using the Web allows you to unearth more treasures than you may have ever known possible. Below is a list of questions about Venus. Surf the Internet links on this page to find answers to the questions. Don't forget the Big Question. Have fun and 'Happy Treasure Hunting.'

1. Who is Venus in Roman mythology? Who is Tlahuizcalpantecuhtli? What was the symbol used to represent him?
   
   
2. Venus is often thought of as earth's _____________ planet. How many spacecraft have been sent to explore Venus?
   
   
3. The surface of Venus is about 900 degrees. Why is it so hot? Why has the surface of Venus been a mystery for so long?
   
   
4. What name did ancient astonomers give to Venus? What is different about the way Venus rotates? How long is a day on Venus? How long is a year (one orbit around the sun)?
   
   
5. Why does Venus appear to be so bright from the earth? What is the cause of the many craters that are found on Venus?
   
   
6. What is the planet closest to Venus in size? Is that planet really like Venus? What are the clouds on Venus made out of?
   
   
7. Who first discovered the planet Venus?
   
   
8. What color is the planet Venus?

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• Venus - Planet Profile and Photos from NASA **