Venus is the second planet from the Sun and the sixth
largest. The name comes from the Roman goddess of love
and beauty. Venus has been known since prehistoric
times. It is the brightest object in the sky except
for the Sun and the Moon. It was long thought of as
the Earth's twin. Many believed that it contained a
lush, earth-like environment. In reality the harsh
conditions of Venus restrict our understanding of
Earth's nearest neighbor. However, little by little,
scientists are trying to unlock its secrets,
uncovering the mysteries of the cloud-shrouded planet.
Even so, it may be a long time before we really know
our closest planetary neighbor.
Planet Venus 3D Screensaver is a great 3D model of the
planet that will turn your desktop into the eyepiece
of a powerful telescope.

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