Questions and Answers
What is the estimated average temperature in the exosphere of Mars?
271K
During which period of solar activity were the initial findings observed?
Moderate solar activity
Why was the period near Mars' closest approach to the Sun chosen for observation?
It experiences the most significant atmospheric changes
What is the primary purpose of the Mars Exospheric Neutral Composition Analyser (MENCA)?
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What was the maximum number of argon atoms detected per cubic centimeter in the Martian exosphere?
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At what altitude was the maximum number of argon atoms detected in the Martian exosphere?
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During which month did the MENCA instrument collect data for the research?
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What is the purpose of studying the Martian exosphere and its interactions with the rest of the planet?
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What is the name of the Indian mission that carried the MENCA instrument?
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What is the element analyzed by the MENCA instrument in the Martian exosphere?
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