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What is atmospheric pressure?
The story mentions Venus's atmospheric pressure is 92 times Earth's, like being a kilometre deep in our oceans. This refers to the force exerted by the weight of the air above a surface. On Venus, the incredibly dense atmosphere, primarily carbon dioxide, creates immense pressure, making it a very hostile environment for any potential exploration.
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