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What is the core idea of the Mars 1 Project?
What is the core idea of the Mars 1 Project?
- To study the Martian atmosphere
- To establish a permanent human settlement on Mars (correct)
- To mine for resources on Mars
- To search for signs of past life on Mars
What is the composition of the Martian atmosphere?
What is the composition of the Martian atmosphere?
- Primarily nitrogen with traces of oxygen
- 95% carbon dioxide with almost no oxygen (correct)
- Mainly oxygen with small amounts of carbon dioxide
- Equal parts of oxygen and carbon dioxide
What is a significant challenge for potential settlers on Mars?
What is a significant challenge for potential settlers on Mars?
- The lack of ultraviolet radiation
- The inhospitable temperature conditions (correct)
- The abundance of water for survival
- The presence of breathable oxygen in the atmosphere
What has stirred the imaginations of over 200,000 individuals worldwide?
What has stirred the imaginations of over 200,000 individuals worldwide?
What is the temperature condition on Mars compared to?
What is the temperature condition on Mars compared to?