The Strangest Object Discovered on Mars

The Strangest Object Discovered on Mars

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The Opportunity Rover made a significant discovery on Mars, finding evidence of a past ocean through a hydrated rock named Esperance. Despite challenges like low energy and technical issues, Opportunity continued its mission, traveling to Salander Point and encountering the mystery of Pinnacle Island. The Rover also witnessed the close flyby of Comet Siding Spring, which temporarily disrupted Mars' magnetic field. As 2015 approached, Opportunity was heading towards Marathon Valley, marking another milestone in its journey.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the vein named Esperance discovered by the Opportunity Rover?

It indicated the presence of a past ocean on Mars.

It was the first evidence of life on Mars.

It was a new type of Martian mineral.

It showed signs of volcanic activity.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Salander Point chosen as a target for Opportunity's exploration?

It was the warmest location on Mars.

It had the highest elevation on Mars.

It was believed to have more evidence of hydrated minerals.

It was the closest point to Earth.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the low energy production for Opportunity during its work at Salander Point?

A lack of sunlight due to a solar eclipse.

A failure in its battery system.

A malfunction in its solar panels.

The Martian winter and dust accumulation on the panels.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction to the appearance of Pinnacle Island?

It was thought to be a new type of Martian plant.

It was considered a sign of alien life.

It was suspected to be a meteorite impact.

It was believed to be a piece of Opportunity's equipment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the mystery of Pinnacle Island eventually solved?

It was a piece of space debris.

A meteorite had struck the area.

It was a new type of Martian fungus.

Opportunity had cracked a rock in half.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem was Opportunity facing with its onboard computer?

It was overheating frequently.

It was unable to store new data.

It was randomly resetting, wasting science activities.

It was losing communication with Earth.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for reformatting Opportunity's flash memory?

To increase its storage capacity.

To identify and avoid bad cells.

To install new software updates.

To improve its processing speed.

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