NASA's Lucy Mission Quiz

What is the primary goal of NASA's Lucy mission?

• To explore the Trojan asteroids near Jupiter

• To find life on Mars

• To land on the Moon

• To study the rings of Saturn

Which types of asteroids will Lucy study to understand planet formation?

• M-, N-, and O-types

• C-, P-, and D-types

• X-, Y-, and Z-types

• A-, B-, and C-types

What is the function of the L’Ralph instrument on Lucy?

• To provide thermal emission data

• To measure the mass of asteroids

• To capture high-definition images

• To analyze the composition of silicates, ices, and organics

When is Lucy expected to meet its first asteroid from the main asteroid belt?

• In 2027

• In 2025

• In 2023

• In 2021

Why is timing crucial for the Lucy mission's launch?

• Because it depends on Mars' position

• Because it has a limited 20-day launch window

• Because it needs to align with the Moon's orbit

• Because it requires a specific solar alignment