Scientists Uncover Evidence of Volcanic Activity on Venus
Today, scientists announced that they have found evidence that Venus is still volcanically active. Using data from the European Space Agency’s Venus Express spacecraft, they discovered that a patch of the planet’s surface is significantly younger than the rest, indicating that Venus is still undergoing volcanic activity. The team also found that the region is unusually hot, with temperatures much higher than the rest of the planet, likely due to recent lava flows. This is an exciting discovery, as it means that Venus may still have a living atmosphere and perhaps even a form of life. The study provides further evidence that Venus is still an active world and could help scientists better understand its evolution.
source: Phys.org