Expert On Mars Flashcards
1
Q
Location
A
4th from the sun
2
Q
Surface Composition And Size
A
-7th largest planet
-Made of rock and metal
-Looks red due to rusted iron
3
Q
Presence Of An Atmosphere
A
Yes
4
Q
Size In Diameter
A
4,022 miles
5
Q
Distance From The Sun
A
-124 million miles away
-1.5 AU
6
Q
Number Of Moons And Rings
A
-1 moon
-0 rings
7
Q
Average Temperature
A
Low: -225 degrees F
High: 70 degrees F
8
Q
Length Of Orbit (Earth Time)
A
1 revolution = 687 Earth days (669 solar days)
9
Q
Rotation
A
-Counterclockwise
-1 rotation = 24.6 hours
