An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 20.6

The Formation of Planetary Systems — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · venus-atmosphere-number-density

Problem

Assuming that the atmosphere of Venus is composed of pure carbon dioxide, estimate the number density of molecules at the planet's surface. How many times larger is this value than the number density of nitrogen molecules at the surface of Earth, as quoted in Example 19.3.3?

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