Exploring Mars: The Red Planet

What is the origin of Mars' name?

• Named after the Roman god of war

• Named after its color

• Named after a famous scientist

• Named after its discoverer

How does Mars' gravity compare to Earth's?

• It varies depending on location

• It is stronger than Earth's

• It is the same as Earth's

• It is weaker than Earth's

What makes Mars appear reddish-brown?

• The reflection of sunlight

• Its proximity to the sun

• The presence of iron oxide

• Its atmosphere

Why is Mars' atmosphere much thinner than Earth's?

• It has a stronger magnetic field

• It is closer to the sun

• Its core has cooled, losing its magnetic shield

• It has more volcanic activity

What is the average temperature on Mars?

• 0 degrees Celsius

• -60 degrees Celsius

• -20 degrees Celsius

• 20 degrees Celsius

How long can Martian dust storms last?

• A few hours

• A few days

• Two weeks to two months

• Several years

What is Olympus Mons?

• A large canyon on Mars

• A crater on the moon

• The largest volcano in the solar system

• A mountain on Earth

How does the size of Olympus Mons compare to Mount Everest?

• It is twice the size of Mount Everest

• It is three times the size of Mount Everest

• It is the same size as Mount Everest

• It is smaller than Mount Everest

What is the significance of Mars' dormant volcanoes?

• They are the reason for Mars' red color

• They are the source of Mars' atmosphere

• They suggest Mars was once geologically active

• They indicate recent volcanic activity

What might the future hold for Mars exploration?

• Mars will become a tourist destination

• Mars will be abandoned due to its harsh conditions

• Mars will remain unexplored

• Mars may be a future site for human colonization