Earth & Mars

Front

What is the largest and tallest volcano in the solar system?

Back

Olympus Mons, located on Mars.

Front

Which spacecraft was the first to flyby Mars in 1964?

Back

Mariner 4.

Front

True or False: The water on Mars, if melted, would cover the entire planet to a depth of 70 feet on average.

Back

True.

Front

What gas makes up most of the Martian atmosphere?

Back

Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Front

True or False: Earth is the smallest of the terrestrial planets.

Back

False.

Front

What is the primary component of Mars' atmosphere?

Back

Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Front

What is the significance of Olympus Mons?

Back

It is the largest volcano in the solar system.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

Front

What year did Mariner 4 flyby Mars?

Back

1964.

Front

How deep would melted water on Mars cover the planet on average?

Back

70 feet.

Front

What are terrestrial planets?

Back

Planets that are primarily composed of rock and metal, including Earth and Mars.