Venus Could Have Been Habitable for Billions of Years
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This article discusses a recent scientific study that suggests Venus may have been habitable billions of years ago. The study examines how Venus underwent drastic changes in its climate, from having a potentially temperate climate with liquid water on its surface to the extreme conditions it has today. The article explores the idea that Venus may have had a stable climate similar to Earth in its early history, with a possible ocean and habitable conditions. However, due to various factors, including the release of large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, Venus experienced a runaway greenhouse effect, leading to the scorching conditions we observe today. The study provides valuable insights into the intriguing history of Venus and raises questions about the potential for habitable conditions on other planets.