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I think Venus is about as old as the rest of the solar system.

You may mean the surface of Venus.

The surface is relatively young.

Scientists believe this

because there are relatively few impact craters.

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What evidence leads astronomers to believe that Venus is geologically young?

Astronomers believe Venus is geologically young because it lacks significant impact craters compared to other planets. This suggests that its surface has been recently resurfaced by volcanic activity, which erases older impact features. Additionally, Venus's lack of tectonic plate movements and volcanic activity may indicate a relatively recent geological history.


Is Venus smooth or bumpy?

Venus' surface is characterized by both smooth plains and rugged, bumpy terrain. The smooth plains are thought to be relatively young lava flows, while the bumpy terrain consists of mountains, volcanoes, and large impact craters.


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How Does Venus shows evidence of recent volcanic and tectonic activities?

Venus shows evidence of recent volcanic and tectonic activity through various geological features, such as large shield volcanoes, extensive lava flows, and rift valleys. Radar imaging from spacecraft like Magellan has revealed relatively young surface features, suggesting that some volcanic activity may have occurred within the last few million years. Additionally, the presence of circular features and fracture systems indicates tectonic processes are still shaping the planet's surface. These observations suggest that Venus is geologically active, challenging the perception of it as a static world.


What do you conclude if a planet has few craters of any size?

Its surface is relatively young and therefore that there are internal mechanisms that are or have been recycling the surface.

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Is Venus cratered?

Venus has few craters, because it is relatively young. Most of the surface is smooth volcanic plains.


What evidence leads astronomers to believe that Venus is geologically young?

Astronomers believe Venus is geologically young because it lacks significant impact craters compared to other planets. This suggests that its surface has been recently resurfaced by volcanic activity, which erases older impact features. Additionally, Venus's lack of tectonic plate movements and volcanic activity may indicate a relatively recent geological history.


When was World Association of Young Scientists created?

World Association of Young Scientists was created in 2004.


What scientific evidence do young earth creationists use to oppose the argument that the world and universe is young?

None, since young earth creation scientists, by definition, believe the world and universe to be young, they do not oppose but promote the large body of evidence which supports this.


Do young scientists believe in creation or evolution?

It depends on the scientist's religious beliefs and philosophical views. It is possible to believe in Creationism (if that is what you are referring to) while still subscribing to the Theory of Evolution. Contrary to popular belief, they are not necessarily mutually exclusive; although some definitions of evolution are incompatible with creationism.


Is Venus smooth or bumpy?

Venus' surface is characterized by both smooth plains and rugged, bumpy terrain. The smooth plains are thought to be relatively young lava flows, while the bumpy terrain consists of mountains, volcanoes, and large impact craters.


What used the craters Venus?

The craters on Venus are primarily the result of impact events from meteoroids and asteroids, similar to those on other rocky planets. However, Venus's thick atmosphere, which is about 90 times denser than Earth's, causes most smaller meteoroids to burn up before reaching the surface, leading to relatively fewer craters. The craters that do exist vary in size and age, with many being relatively young in geological terms, suggesting that the planet's surface has been reshaped by volcanic activity and tectonic processes over time. Additionally, the lack of significant erosion on Venus contributes to the preservation of these craters.


What are the release dates for Young Samson and Goliath - 1967 Cold Wind from Venus 1-4?

Young Samson and Goliath - 1967 Cold Wind from Venus 1-4 was released on: USA: 30 September 1967


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What are some ancient myths about Venus?

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Not all Christians are creationists. "Young Earth creationists" believe the Earth is between 5,700 to 10,000 years old. As far as coal formation goes, I assume they think it was created with the rest of the world. Those who hold this belief don't seem like the types to become scientists. It just goes against much of what they consider to be true. Non-creationist Christians who become scientists will most likely believe what the rest of the scientific community believes when it comes to this. They recognize evolution, plate tectonics, and the general timescale of things on Earth. They're scientists like any other.


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