Answer two of the following three questions. Use the space p…
Answer two of the following three questions. Use the space provided to write brief, well-organized answers. (10 points each) 41. Which planet’s interior stayed warm longer—Vesta, the Moon, Mercury, or Mars? Why? 42. No liquid water has been found at the surface of Mars today. However, we do find dendritic valley networks, which were formed by running water. How did Mars accumulate water during its formation and early life, and where has all the water gone? 43. The dense clouds of Venus reflect most of the solar energy that reaches the planet. Then why is the atmosphere of Venus so hot (400 to 500 °C)?
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