What Makes the View of Mars in the Summer of 2003

question 64

Multiple Choice

What makes the view of Mars in the summer of 2003 so spectacular?

• A) There were huge dust storms that made the planet appear much brighter than usual.
• B) The feature known as Olympus Mons erupted spewing ash into the Martian atmosphere.
• C) Mars had an angular size comparable to the full moon.
• D) Mars was both at perihelion and opposition, creating the perfect viewing conditions from Earth.
• E) Earth's atmosphere was amazingly clear everywhere for months making the view of spectacular Mars available to everyone.

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Definitions:

Cohesiveness

The extent to which members of a group or team are mutually attracted and motivated to stay together and achieve common goals.

Storming Stage

The second phase in group development, characterized by conflict and competition as team members start to express their individual personalities and resist the group's influence.

Infighting

Internal conflict or rivalry among members within the same organization or group, leading to reduced cohesion and effectiveness.

Coalitions

Alliances between distinct parties, organizations, or countries for a common purpose, often temporary.