Final answer:
Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system due to its thick atmosphere creating a strong greenhouse effect.
Explanation:
Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system with a surface temperature hot enough to melt lead. Despite being farther from the Sun than Mercury, Venus is significantly hotter due to its thick, corrosive atmosphere causing a strong greenhouse effect.
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