Venus is the hottest planet, even though Mercury is closer to the Sun. This is why
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Venus is reported to be the hottest planet in the solar system, despite Mercury being closer to the Sun. The reason for this appears to be related to Venus' atmosphere, which traps heat, making it hotter than Mercury. The exact factors contributing to Venus' extreme climate are being explored, with its atmosphere being a key area of interest.
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