Venus is brightest planet when seen from earth because of which reason? |
The thick clouds of Venus reflects most of the sunlight that reaches it back into space. It is the closest planet to earth. It receives more sunlight. Both 1 and 2 |
Both 1 and 2 |
The correct answer is Option (4) - Both 1 and 2 Venus is so bright because its thick clouds reflect most of the sunlight that reaches it (about 70%) back into space, and because it is the closest planet to Earth. Venus can often be seen within a few hours after sunset or before sunrise as the brightest object in the sky (other than the moon). |