Question

In the video, you saw NASA launch a rocket carrying a rover to Mars. What is the mission of the Mars land rover, and why is it important?

Answer 1

The Curiosity rover launched on a two-stage Atlas V-541 launch vehicle, provided by United LaunchAlliance, a joint venture of Boeing Co. and Lockheed Martin Corp.

Answer 2

The rover sends photographs of Mars back to Earth. These pictures show scientists the landscape of the planet. The rover also collects specimens and looks for evidence of water so we can determine whether life could ever exist on Mars.