Missions to Mars
How many different missions were launched to Mars? (Includes both Landers and Orbiters)
49 Missions
What is the density of Mars' atmosphere compared to Earths’.
Very Thin Atmosphere
How many moons does Mars have?
2 Moons
Name one Mineral or Element in the soil of Mars.
Silicon, Oxygen, Magnesium, and Iron
Out of all Mars missions, how many were deemed unqualified successes?
21 Missions
Mars’ atmosphere is primarily composed of which gas?
Carbon Dioxide
How long does it take for Mars to complete one rotation period in days?
24.6 days
DAILY DOUBLE
Why is Mars sometimes called the red planet?
There is rusted iron in the soil.
The first ever picture taken on the surface of Mars was taken by the Viking 1 lander on July 20th of this year.
1976
What percentage of Mars’ atmosphere is Oxygen
Less than 1%
DAILY DOUBLE
How long does it take for Mars to complete one revolution around the sun in days?
687 days
What feature of Mars is believed to have dried up and its deposits could possibly contain clues about ancient life on Mars?
River Beds