Physics · Astronomy
Consider the following statements regarding the planet Venus: Assertion (A): Venus exhibits phases similar to the Moon when observed from Earth. Reason (R1): Venus has a dense, cloudy atmosphere that reflects sunlight. Reason (R2): Venus rotates on its axis from east to west. Select the correct option:
- 1R2 is the correct explanation for A, but R1 is not
- 2Both R1 and R2 are true statements, but neither is the correct explanation for A✓
- 3R1 is the correct explanation for A, but R2 is not
- 4Both R1 and R2 are correct explanations for A
Correct answer
Both R1 and R2 are true statements, but neither is the correct explanation for A
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