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Mars / [writer: Alfred J. Smuskiewicz].

World Book, c2014.

Mars (Planet) -- Juvenile literature.

Solar system -- Juvenile literature.

Explore the solar system.

64 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 27 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 62) and index.

Where is Mars? -- How big is Mars? -- What does Mars look like? -- What is Mars made of? -- How does Mars compare with Earth? -- What is the atmosphere of Mars made of? -- Has the atmosphere of Mars changed over time? -- Is there water on Mars? -- Does Mars have rivers? -- Was Mars ever like Earth? -- What is the weather like on Mars? -- Does Mars have seasons? -- How does Mars move around the sun? -- What is the surface of Mars like? -- What is the largest canyon system on Mars/ -- What is the largest volcano on Mars? -- What is the largest crater on Mars? -- What are the Martial poles like? -- Does Mars have a face? -- Are there pieces of Mars on Earth? -- How many moons does Mars have? -- What were some early ideas about Mars? -- How did Mars get its name? -- Where is Mars in the night sky? -- Which space missions have studies Mars? -- Will astronauts ever visit Mars? -- Will people ever colonize Mars? -- Could there be life on Mars?

An introduction to Mars for primary and intermediate grade students with information about its features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index.

Smuskiewicz, Alfred J.

World Book, Inc.

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