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How Terraforming Will Work

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Terraforming Venus: Dreams and Dilemmas

This chapter delves into the formidable challenges of terraforming Venus, including its extreme temperatures and lack of water. The discussion includes innovative ideas for altering the planet's atmosphere and possibly introducing life-supporting elements, as well as comparisons to the Moon and Mars for terraforming prospects. The exploration highlights humanity's potential advancements in energy utilization and the immense scale of energy required for such transformations.

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