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What is the diameter of Mars compared to Earth?

• 6,791 kilometers

• 12,742 kilometers

• 4,867 kilometers

• 9,500 kilometers

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Why is Mars known as the 'Red Planet'?

• Due to the large amount of iron oxide in its rocks and soil

• Because it is the closest planet to the Sun

• Because it has the highest mountain in the solar system

• Due to the presence of water on its surface

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What does the term 'Equator' refer to?

• Imaginary line around the middle of a planet

• Highest point on a mountain

• Deepest part of the ocean

• Outer layer of the Earth

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What is Mars' position in our solar system?

• First planet from the sun

• Second planet from the sun

• Third planet from the sun

• Fourth planet from the sun

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What is another name for iron oxide?

• Rust

• Gold

• Silver

• Copper

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