NASA Probably Just Found Life On Mars Part 1

What did NASA initially claim about the rock discovered by the Perseverance rover?

• It contained unique geological formations.

• It was the best evidence to date of alien life on Mars.

• It showed signs of ancient water flow.

• It was composed of previously unknown Martian minerals.

Why was the Jezero Crater chosen as the landing site for the Perseverance rover?

• It was a flat, safe area for landing.

• It contained unique volcanic rock formations.

• It appeared to have been friendly to life in the past, with a vast lake and rivers.

• It was the closest crater to Earth for easier communication.

What nickname did NASA scientists give to the dark spots on the rock?

• Martian freckles and dots

  
  

• Black holes and star dust

  
  

• Leopard spots and poppy seeds

What is a key objective of the Perseverance rover mission regarding Martian rock samples?

• To analyze them on Mars and immediately send results back to Earth.

• To drill and collect them for eventual return to Earth for further analysis.

• To use them to build a permanent human outpost on Mars.

• To determine if they are suitable for terraforming the planet.

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What was the eventual scientific explanation for the gas release observed during the 1976 Viking lander experiments on Martian soil?

• It was caused by active Martian microbes digesting nutrients.

• It was a result of reactive chemicals, such as salts, in the soil.

• It indicated the presence of underground water reservoirs.

• It was a malfunction of the Viking lander's equipment.

What previous Mars mission is mentioned that initially thought it had found evidence of life?

• Spirit and Opportunity

• Pathfinder

• Viking

What tools did Perseverance use to analyze the rock sample?

• RADAR and SONAR

  
  

• PIXL and SHERLOC

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  LASER and SCANNER

What three key ingredients for life were found in the rock sample?

• Heat, pressure, and minerals

• Liquid water, organic molecules, and an energy source

• Oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon