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Still Going?
A false-color image of Idunn Mons indicates that the Venusian volcano is still active. Measurements by Venus Express, a European orbiter, show that the mountain's summit (orange) is hotter than its base (purple). The most likely explanation is recent volcanic activity, according to project scientists. Other Venusian volcanoes may still be active as well. [ESA/NASA/JPL]
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