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What is the size of Mars compared to Earth?

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Mars is half the size of Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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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 largest volcano on Mars?

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The largest volcano on Mars is Olympus Mons.

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Which of the following is Mars' largest moon?

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Mars' largest moon is Phobos.

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Why is the planet Mars named after the Roman god of war?

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Mars is named after the Roman god of war because of its red appearance.

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What is the primary component of Mars' atmosphere?

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The primary component of Mars' atmosphere is carbon dioxide.

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What is the average temperature on Mars?

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The average temperature on Mars is about -80 degrees Fahrenheit (-62 degrees Celsius).

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What are the two moons of Mars?

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The two moons of Mars are Phobos and Deimos.

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What is the significance of Olympus Mons?

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Olympus Mons is significant because it is the largest volcano in the Solar System.

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What color is Mars often associated with?

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Mars is often associated with the color red.