MCQ
Venus appears brighter than other stars because
- AIt is heavier than other planets
- BIts density is more than other planets
- ✓It is nearer to earth in comparison to other planets
- DNuclear fusion takes place at its surface
✓
Answer
Correct option: C.
It is nearer to earth in comparison to other planets
Venus appears brighter as it is nearest to the earth and the light of sun reflected form sun reaches earth with greater intensity.
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