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In this artist's illustration, the surface of Venus has many peaks. White steam rises from the rocky, jagged surface. What looks like a large caldera is at the center of the image. The background is obscured in a red haze.

Venus Blows Off Some Steam

Tall plumes of white vapor rise from the rocky Venusian surface in this April 19, 1977, artist’s concept.

Image Credit: NASA/Rick Guidice

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