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  • Venus and Earth Distance: Minimum & Maximum Separations
    The distance between Venus and Earth is constantly changing because both planets are orbiting the sun.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Minimum distance: At their closest approach, Venus and Earth are about 25 million miles (40 million kilometers) apart. This happens when Venus is between the Sun and Earth, at a point called inferior conjunction.

    * Maximum distance: At their farthest, Venus and Earth can be about 162 million miles (261 million kilometers) apart. This occurs when they are on opposite sides of the Sun, at a point called superior conjunction.

    * Average distance: The average distance between the two planets is approximately 67 million miles (108 million kilometers).

    To get the most accurate information about the current distance between Venus and Earth, you can consult a website like NASA's Horizons system: https://ssd.jpl.nasa.gov/horizons/

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