The Extent to Which Mars Has Been Habitable Essentially Boils

question 101

Multiple Choice

The extent to which Mars has been habitable essentially boils down to the

• A) question of whether liquid water has ever been present on its surface
• B) question of whether oceans of liquid water have existed on its surface
• C) amount of water that has been present on its surface
• D) length of time liquid water has been present at or below its surface

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Definitions:

Correlational Data

Information that shows the relationship or association between two or more variables, without necessarily indicating causation.

Genetic Influence

The impact of inherited genetic factors on an individual's physical, behavioral, and personality traits.

Symbolic Thinking System

The cognitive ability to use symbols, language, or pictures to represent something that is not physically present.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first of Piaget's developmental stages, from birth to about 2 years of age, during which infants learn through interacting with the environment using their senses and motor skills.