Mars Exploration Quiz

What is the 'seven minutes of terror' in the context of Mars missions?

• The duration of the Mars rover's mission

• The period when Mars is closest to Earth

• The time it takes for a signal to travel from Mars to Earth

• The time it takes for a spacecraft to land on Mars

Why is Mars' atmosphere a challenge for landing spacecraft?

• It is too dense, causing overheating

• It is unpredictable and changes rapidly

• It is too thin to significantly slow down the spacecraft

• It contains harmful gases

What is the purpose of the terrain relative navigation system on the Perseverance rover?

• To map the Martian surface

• To communicate with Earth

• To select a safe landing spot

• To analyze Martian soil

What are the three components of China's Tianwen-1 mission?

• A rover, a satellite, and a space station

• A lander, a satellite, and a probe

• A rover, a probe, and a space station

• An orbiter, a lander, and a rover

What is the main goal of the UAE's Hope probe?

• To find water on Mars

• To capture a complete picture of Mars' atmosphere

• To establish a communication link with Earth

• To land on the Martian surface