Which of the following correctly compares the planets Venus and Mercury?(1 point) Responses Both are rocky planets, but only Venus spins in the same direction that Earth does. Both are rocky planets, but only Venus spins in the same direction that Earth does. Both are hot planets, but only Mercury is larger than Earth. Both are hot planets, but only Mercury is larger than Earth. Both are close to the sun, but only Mercury has an atmosphere. Both are close to the sun, but only Mercury has an atmosphere. Both are small planets, but Venus is hotter. Both are small planets, but Venus is hotter.

Answer 1

The correct comparison of Venus and Mercury is:

"Both are rocky planets, but only Venus spins in the same direction that Earth does."

This statement highlights that both planets are terrestrial (rocky), clarifies the direction of their rotation, and indicates that while Mercury is smaller and has a weak atmosphere, Venus is known for its high temperatures due to a thick carbon dioxide atmosphere.