Mars Facts Flashcard

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What are the names of Mars' two moons?

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Phobos and Deimos

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True or False: The largest volcano in the Solar System is on Mars.

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True

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What is the composition of Mars' atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and argon.

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What is the tilt of Mars' axis of rotation?

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25 degrees.

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What is the temperature range on Mars?

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70 degrees Fahrenheit to -225 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What is the largest volcano on Mars called?

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Olympus Mons.

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What is the primary gas in Mars' atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide.

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How does Mars' gravity compare to Earth's?

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Mars' gravity is about 38% of Earth's.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What are the surface features of Mars primarily composed of?

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Rocky terrain, dust, and ice.

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What is the average temperature on Mars?

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About -80 degrees Fahrenheit.