Mars Quiz

What is most of Mars' atmosphere made out of?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Hydrogen

Answer explanation

Earth's atmosphere is mostly Nitrogen

You would feel lighter on Mars?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

It is true because mars has less mass, there is less gravity.

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Why does the man in "The Martian" pant his potatoes in feces?

• He had no idea what he was doing

• To give the plant nutrients

• He thought that it would be fun

• He thought the plant would feel better and he felt sad for it

Answer explanation

Feces have the organic nutrients that plants require to grow. Mars' soil has no organic material so plants would not be able grow.

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How many moons does Mars have?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What are the names of Mars' moons?

• Bob and Jake

• Alpha and Delta

• Phobos and Deimos

• Beta and Gamma

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What plant are we investigating

• Cucumber

• Broccoli

• Snow Peas

• Green Beans

Which one of these is Mars?

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Answer explanation

You can tell by its red color and white poles.

When did the first orbiters and rovers land on mars?

• 1965

• 2011

• 1996

• 2005

What is the name of the rover that landed in 2020 to look for life?

• Curiosity

• Phoenix Scout

• James Webb

• Preseverance