NASA Using Navajo Language To Name Features On Mars

NASA Using Navajo Language To Name Features On Mars

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World Languages

9th - 10th Grade

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The Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover is using the Navajo language to name geographical features on Mars, reflecting the cultural significance of the Navajo Nation. This initiative is compared to the Navajo Code Talkers of WWII, highlighting the language's historical importance. The collaboration aims to inspire Navajo youth to pursue careers in space exploration.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does the use of the Navajo language draw comparisons to the Navajo Code Talkers of World War Two?

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What aspirations does Yazi have for Navajo children in relation to space exploration?

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