Mars Is Often Called a "Midway World," Similar in Some

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Essay

Mars is often called a "midway world," similar in some respects to Earth, and in others to ourMoon. Explain.

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Definitions:

Carbonate

A salt of carbonic acid, characterized by the presence of the carbonate ion, CO3^2-, or a compound containing this ion.

Covalent

A type of chemical bond where atoms share pairs of electrons.

Ionic

Relating to ions or the formation of ions by the gaining or losing of electrons, often discussed in the context of chemical bonds.

Metallic

Pertaining to, composed of, or resembling metal; having the characteristics or qualities of metals.