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Which of the following best explains why Mars' and Venus' surface temperatures vary, despite both planets having atmospheres that contain mostly carbon dioxide?(1 point)
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Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface.
Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface.

Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat.
Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat.

Venus has a surface of high mountains which absorb heat.
Venus has a surface of high mountains which absorb heat.

Mars has a surface of red rocks and sand which reflect heat.
Mars has a surface of red rocks and sand which reflect heat.
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The answer is "Venus has a thick atmosphere which blocks heat from the surface."
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Apologies for the confusion. The correct answer is "Mars has a thin atmosphere that cannot hold much heat."
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