Fire Fountains on the Moon

The video discusses the Moon's volcanic past, highlighting recent research that suggests carbon monoxide drove ancient eruptions. It covers the Apollo missions' discovery of volcanic glass beads and compares volcanic rocks on Earth and the Moon. The video also mentions upcoming lunar missions, including Astrobotic Technology's Griffin Lander, and NASA's Insight Rover mission to Mars. Viewers are encouraged to participate in these missions by sending messages or names to space.

What gas is believed to have propelled the ancient lava eruptions on the Moon?

• Carbon monoxide

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

What is the main goal of the Google Lunar X Prize challenge?

• To send a human to the Moon

• To land a rover on the Moon and travel 500 meters

• To build a lunar base

• To send a satellite to orbit the Moon

What unique opportunity does Astrobotic Technology offer for the upcoming lunar mission?

• Sending a human to the Moon

• Including a time capsule with messages from Earth

• Launching a satellite to orbit the Moon

• Building a lunar base

What is the primary objective of NASA's Insight Rover mission to Mars?

• To map the surface of Mars

• To search for water on Mars

• To study the planet's geological activity

• To find signs of life

How can individuals participate in NASA's Insight Rover mission?

• By sending a message to Mars

• By designing the rover

• By having their names sent electronically to Mars

• By joining the mission team