text: Scientist are intrigued about Venus. First off, it is by far, the most Earth like planet in our solar system. (Par 4) A long time ago, Venus was covered with oceans and maybe even life form. The author informs us about how it is filled with valleys and mountains. Sounds like earth to me. I think that the risk of another aircraft exploding would be worth finding another form of life on a different planet. As does, the author of this article.