Venus And Mars Research Paper

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Venus and Mars' atmospheres have both been found to have traces of nitrogen. Though the nitrogen in each of the atmospheres varies from 2.7% to 3.5% the substance is nonetheless present. The theories of how nitrogen enters the atmosphere differ for the two planets. The generation of nitrogen on Mars is believed to be caused by outgassing from the planets local volcanoes. While the generation of nitrogen on Venus is believed to be from the lack of a magnetic field around the planet’s atmosphere.

The 3.5% of nitrogen in Venus’ atmosphere is most likely present because the planet lacks the protection of a strong electromagnetic field. A strong magnetic field is vital for maintaining stability and also shielding the atmosphere from solar wind

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