Mars 101 Quiz

What is the diameter of Mars?

• 6000 miles

• 3500 miles

• 5000 miles

• 4220 miles

What is the average temperature of Mars at midday near the equator?

• 20 degrees Celsius

• 30 degrees Celsius

• 10 degrees Celsius

• 40 degrees Celsius

What is the main component of Mars's atmosphere?

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

What caused Mars to lose much of its atmosphere?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Stripping by solar wind

• Impact from asteroids

• Global warming

What is the name of the largest volcano in the solar system located on Mars?

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mauna Loa

• Mount Everest

• Olympus Mons