Foss Planetary Science Investigation

Look at the condensation chamber. Which of the following answers DOES NOT describe what happended?

• Water inside the chamber was heated by the sun.

• The heat from the sun turned the water green.

• The heat from the sun caused the water to evaporate into water vapor.

• The water vapor came into contact with the chamber wall and formed water particles (condensation).

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the primary goal of the Foss Planetary Science Investigation?

• To study the surface composition of planets

• To analyze the atmospheric conditions of planets

• To investigate the geological history of planets

• To explore the potential for life on other planets

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Which instrument is most commonly used in planetary science investigations to analyze surface composition?

• Spectrometer

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Seismometer

What type of data is crucial for understanding the geological history of a planet?

• Atmospheric data

• Surface imagery

• Seismic data

• Magnetic field data

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Which planet is known for having the largest volcano in the solar system, and is often studied in planetary science?

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Venus

In planetary science, what does the term 'regolith' refer to?

• A type of volcanic rock

• A layer of loose, heterogeneous material covering solid rock

• A type of atmospheric gas

• A type of mineral found in meteorites

What is the significance of studying impact craters in planetary science?

• They provide insights into the planet's atmosphere

• They help determine the age of the planet's surface

• They reveal the planet's magnetic field

• They indicate the presence of water

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which of the following is a method used to detect exoplanets in planetary science?

• Transit photometry

• Seismic reflection

• Magnetic resonance imaging

• X-ray diffraction

What is the role of a rover in planetary science investigations?

• To orbit the planet and collect atmospheric data

• To land on the planet and conduct surface experiments

• To fly by the planet and take high-resolution images

• To analyze the planet's magnetic field

Which element is most commonly searched for in planetary science to indicate the potential for life?

• Helium

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Nitrogen

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

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