A day longer than a year
Before comparing two numbers, check what each one measures.
What we know
- Venus takes about 243 Earth days to rotate once on its axis and 225 to complete an orbit around the Sun.
- It also rotates in the opposite direction to Earth. Rotation and orbit are different motions.
How to play
Read the facts, select the best-supported conclusion and press “Check”. You can revise an answer, ask for a hint or view the explanation. Then move to the second decision.
Preparing the case…