Phys.Org September 03, 2026 • 17:10

Why doesn't Venus have a moon? A new study may have the answer - Phys.org

By Paul Arnold

Why doesn't Venus have a moon? A new study may have the answer - Phys.org

Venus is one of the solar system's most unusual planets. It may sometimes be called "Earth's twin" because of its similar size and density, but it rotates on its axis in the opposite direction of most planets, has surface temperatures hot enough to melt lead …

Venus is one of the solar system's most unusual planets. It may sometimes be called "Earth's twin" because of its similar size and density, but it rotates on its axis in the opposite direction of mos… [+3222 chars]

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