Which is the hottest planet in our solar system?

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Which is the hottest planet in our solar system? Answer: Venus

Despite not being the closest to the Sun, Venus is the hottest planet due to its thick atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide, which traps heat through a strong greenhouse effect.

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