KIDS QUIZ
SPACE EXPLORATION
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Question
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A robot for exploring the surface of an extraterrestrial body (such as the Moon and Mars)
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satellite
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telescope
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rocket
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rover
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In January 2004, two robotic geologists named Spirit and Opportunity landed on opposite sides of the red planet.
Detailed explanation-2: -In essence, a rover is a space exploration robotic vehicle used particularly in exploring the land of a planet. It has the capability to travel across the surface of a landscape and other cosmic bodies.
Detailed explanation-3: -As of May 2021, there have been six successful robotically operated Mars rovers; the first five, managed by the American NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, were (by date of Mars landing): Sojourner (1997), Spirit (2004–2010), Opportunity (2004–2018), Curiosity (2012–present), and Perseverance (2021–present).
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