Here are some questions you may be asking ...
Q: What is the mission of Curiosity?
A: According to NASA: "The overarching science goal of the mission is to assess whether the landing area has ever had or still has environmental conditions favorable to microbial life, both in its habitability and its preservation." ... In other words: Were the conditions ever suitable for life on Mars?
Q: How long did it take for Curiosity to reach Mars?
A: The journey took a little over 8 months, it was launched on November 26, 2011
Q: Is Curiosity the first Mars rover?
A: No. Spirit and Opportunity were launched in 2004; they are both still active on Mars.
Q: How is Curiosity different from Spirit and Opportunity?
A: Curiosity is larger and has greater research capability for scientist. (There are not any scientists on or in the rover, in case that was your next question!)
Q: I want to know MORE!
A: NASA can help!
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| One of the first images from Curiosity Source: NASA |
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