Unexplainable How Venus went to hell
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Dec 1, 2021 Venus was once a lush, Earth-like world, but it transformed into the hottest planet in our solar system. The harsh volcanic landscape raises crucial questions about climate change and Earth’s potential future. Discover the controversial discovery of phosphine in Venus’ atmosphere, hinting at possible microbial life. Scientists debate whether life could exist in its clouds, surviving extreme conditions. The episode serves as a thrilling reminder of the mysteries within our solar system and the urgent implications for our planet.
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Venus: From Paradise to Inferno
- Venus, the second planet from the sun, is currently a scorching hellscape.
- However, evidence suggests it was once habitable, raising questions about its past and Earth's future.
Evidence of Past Water on Venus
- Heavy water in Venus's atmosphere suggests it once had abundant classic water, possibly an ocean.
- This raises the possibility that Venus was once habitable.
The Sun as a Suspect
- One theory posits that a hyperactive young sun boiled off Venus's water, creating a runaway greenhouse effect.
- Earth was spared due to its distance from the sun.
