1A:Mars Missions Chart-Flashcard 2024

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What is the significance of Mariner 4 in Mars exploration?

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Mariner 4 was the first spacecraft to successfully fly by Mars and send back images of the planet, marking a significant milestone in Mars exploration.

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What does the term 'Mars Odyssey' refer to?

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Mars Odyssey is a NASA space mission launched in 2001, which has been studying the Martian surface and atmosphere, and is known for discovering evidence of water ice.

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What does a red square represent in the Mars Missions diagram?

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A red square represents a successful mission in the Mars Missions diagram.

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Which country is associated with the Curiosity rover?

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The Curiosity rover is associated with the United States of America.

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What was the purpose of the Yinghuo-1 mission?

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Yinghuo-1 was China's first Mars mission, aimed at studying the Martian atmosphere and surface.

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What is the time frame of the Mars missions listed in the 1960-1969 range?

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The time frame of the Mars missions listed in the 1960-1969 range includes missions like Mariner 4.

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What is the main objective of the Viking 2 mission?

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The Viking 2 mission aimed to search for signs of life on Mars and to study the planet's surface and atmosphere.

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What does the term 'planned mission' indicate in the Mars Missions diagram?

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A planned mission indicates a mission that is proposed but has not yet been launched or completed.

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Which mission was the first to land on Mars?

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Viking 1 was the first mission to successfully land on Mars in 1976.

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What is the significance of the Mars 3 mission?

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Mars 3 was the first spacecraft to land on Mars, although it lost communication shortly after landing.