Unit 1 Geology on Mars Review

During unit 1 we explored many ideas that included studying landforms on Earth and Mars, using models to mimic geologic processes and more. What was the big question that we were trying to answer? Why?

• Did lava form the channel on Mars?

• Did volcanoes cause Mars to dry out?

• What geologic process formed the channel on Mars?

• How can using landforms on Earth help us to learn more about Mars?

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The two things that a planet needs to be habitable are _______________ and ________________.

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To learn more about Mars, scientists study other rocky planets. Why do they do this?

• To compare the similar processes that happen on both planets

• Because the planets are in the same solar system

• To see if we can live on all planets

• Because all rocky planets are the same

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What are some of the ways that scientists search other planets to see if they were once habitable?

• Using a giant telescope

• By sending a rover to scan the planet

• By comparing images on both planets

• Sending out messages to space to see if anything responds

Why is using a model helpful in trying to determine what happened in a planet's past?

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Read the diagram carefully. How could you use this model to test the idea that very steep hills lead to narrow, deep rivers?

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Scientific Reasoning is important because...

• It helps connect evidence to a claim

• It makes your argument convincing

• It can add more writing to your essay

• It can help your argument flow for your audience

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Both Earth and Mars have channels. Which of the following could be used to help determine how the channel formed.

• Markings on the channel walls

• Rocks found in the area

• The weather found on both planets

• The temperature on both planets

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What elements would you include to make a convincing conclusion paragraph in a Scientific Argument? Why?

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What is one reason why scientists use rovers to learn more about the surface of a planet? Explain your answer.

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