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  • Venus: Why the Hottest Planet Radiates Twice as Much Heat
    The planet that gives off twice as much heat as it receives from the sun is Venus.

    Here's why:

    * Dense Atmosphere: Venus has an incredibly dense atmosphere, composed mostly of carbon dioxide, which traps heat through the greenhouse effect.

    * Runaway Greenhouse Effect: This dense atmosphere creates a powerful greenhouse effect, leading to extremely high surface temperatures.

    * Internal Heat: Venus also has a significant internal heat source from volcanic activity and a possible molten core, contributing to the planet's overall heat output.

    While Venus receives less solar energy than Earth, its dense atmosphere and internal heat sources make it significantly hotter.

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