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Q: Which acid makes the atmosphere of Venus have thick white and yellowish clouds ?
  • A. Nitric acid
  • B. Acetic acid
  • C. Sulphuric acid
  • D. Hydrochloric acid
Correct Answer: Option C - The atmosphere of Venus is made up mainly of carbon dioxide, and thick clouds of sulphuric acid completely covers the planet due to which it is also known as "Veiled Planet". The atmosphere traps the small amount of energy from the sun that does reach the surface along with the heat the planet itself releases.
C. The atmosphere of Venus is made up mainly of carbon dioxide, and thick clouds of sulphuric acid completely covers the planet due to which it is also known as "Veiled Planet". The atmosphere traps the small amount of energy from the sun that does reach the surface along with the heat the planet itself releases.

Explanations:

The atmosphere of Venus is made up mainly of carbon dioxide, and thick clouds of sulphuric acid completely covers the planet due to which it is also known as "Veiled Planet". The atmosphere traps the small amount of energy from the sun that does reach the surface along with the heat the planet itself releases.