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Venus
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the 2nd planet of the solar system located between Mercury and earth
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Venus, often called the " morning star " or " evening star, " is the brightest natural object in the night sky after the Moon.
The thick atmosphere of Venus is primarily composed of carbon dioxide, causing a runaway greenhouse effect that makes it the hottest planet in the solar system.
02
goddess of love; counterpart of Greek Aphrodite
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Venus is often depicted rising from the sea.
Statues of Venus were popular in Roman art.
03
type genus of the family Veneridae: genus of edible clams with thick oval shells
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Venus clams are harvested along the coast.
Chefs prepare Venus clams in a variety of dishes.
