Mars Curiosity Rover Knowledge Assessment

The video discusses the Mars Curiosity Rover's successful landing and initial exploration on Mars. It highlights the precision of the landing, the role of NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter in capturing the descent, and the rover's scientific objectives. The video also outlines the characterization activity phase, where Curiosity will test its instruments and gather data on Mars' environment. The mission is set to last two years, with ongoing updates promised.

What powers the Mars Curiosity Rover?

• Solar panels

• Nuclear fusion

• Plutonium

• Wind turbines

Which NASA orbiter captured the descent of the Curiosity Rover?

• Mars Global Surveyor

• Mars Odyssey

• Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter

• Mars Express

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

How far did Curiosity land from its target?

• 5 km

• 15 km

• 10 km

• 2 km

What is the average distance between Earth and Mars?

• 300 million km

• 400 million km

• 225 million km

• 150 million km

What is the scientific target of the Curiosity Rover on Mars?

• Valles Marineris

• Gale Crater

• Olympus Mons

• Mount Sharp

What is the purpose of the characterization activity phase?

• To explore the entire planet

• To deploy and test instruments

• To return to Earth

• To communicate with other rovers

How does Curiosity relay data back to Earth?

• Direct transmission

• Using satellites

• Bouncing off orbiters

• Through other rovers

What is the main challenge in communicating with Mars?

• Interference from other planets

• Distance

• Lack of technology

• Weather conditions

What is the role of the remote sensing mast on Curiosity?

• To capture high-resolution images

• To drill into the surface

• To analyze soil samples

• To communicate with Earth

How long is Curiosity's mission expected to last?

• 2 years

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 1 year