Mars: Energy & Blue Sand

Using page 8, why is it important to not put experiment materials in one's mouth?

• All of the above
• It can lead to contamination
• It can alter the results of the experiment
• It can cause harm to the mouth

Using page 8, what is the main safety tip for this mission?

• Do not put anything in your mouth
• Wash your hands after the experiment
• Use a pencil to write observations
• Do not touch any materials

Using page 8, how much of the sand did we first pour into the cup?

• Half of the bag
• The whole bag
• We didn’t pour sand into the cup
• One tablespoon

Using page 8, how full did we fill each cup with water?

• About half full
• Completely full
• A few drops
• A splash

Based on the reading on page 9, what can you infer about the size of water particles?

• They are very small
• They are very big
• They are medium-sized
• They vary in size

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Using page 9, what is a particle?

• A small part that makes up matter
• A large part that makes up matter
• A small part that makes up energy
• A large part that makes up energy

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

What impact do dust storms have on solar panels? Page 15.

• They block light energy
• They make them work better
• They have no impact
• They generate more energy

What weather event on Mars can block light energy from the sun? Page 15.

• Dust storms
• Hurricanes
• Blizzards
• Tornadoes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the purpose of designing an emergency light kit for a Mars base? Page 15.

• To provide light during dust storms
• To test the astronauts' skills
• To save energy
• To generate electricity

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

How many items are allowed to be used for the emergency light kit? Page 15.

• 8
• 6
• 9
• 7