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Q · Solar System medium · 45s
Which planet has a surface temperature higher than Mercury despite being further from the Sun?
TopicSolar System
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Venus has a thick atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide causing a runaway greenhouse effect, making it hotter than Mercury.
Final Answer: Option A - Venus