Curiosity: The Stunt Double Quiz

What is the primary role of the Mars rover Curiosity as described in the video?

• To explore the surface of Mars for signs of life.

• To act as a stunt double for NASA astronauts.

• To collect samples of Martian soil.

• To send back images of the Martian landscape.

What significant event did Curiosity experience on January 27th, 2012?

• The most intense solar radiation storm since 2005.

• A malfunction in its communication system.

• A successful landing on Mars.

• A collision with a meteor.

What is the purpose of the Radiation Assessment Detector (RAD) on Curiosity?

• To analyze the chemical composition of Martian rocks.

• To assess the radiation environment on Mars and during the journey.

• To monitor the weather conditions on Mars.

• To measure the temperature on Mars.

Why is it challenging to calculate the radiation environment inside the spacecraft?

• Because of the spacecraft's constant movement.

• Due to the lack of advanced technology.

• Due to the complex interactions of particles with the spacecraft walls.

• Because the spacecraft is too far from Earth.

What is expected to happen as the solar cycle trends upward toward a maximum?

• A decrease in solar activity.

• An increase in solar storms.

• A sudden drop in cosmic ray counts.

• A stable period with no significant changes.