Venus has about the same mass as earth and is about the same distance from the sun. yet venus does not support life. an important difference between earth and venus is that venus lacks a) an atmosphere. b) gravity and water. c) a similar chemical composition. d) water and moderate temperatures.

The correct answer is: (A) An Atmosphere

Explanation:
The atmosphere of Venus is almost ninety times denser than that of Earth. Due to Venus' denser atmosphere and chemical composition (as its atmosphere comprises of over 96% of Carbon dioxide), it experience an immense greenhouse effect. That is why its surface temperature remains higher than 470°. At that very high temperature, it is impossible to have life on the surface of Venus.

The best answer is (a) which is universal law is in effect at all times. it is constantly at play in everything we do and governs our lives. it is also important to note that universal law applies to not only everything on earth, but everything in the universe as well, which is another reason why it is in effect at all times.