On September 23, 1999, the Mars Climate Orbiter, whose mission was to study the Martian weather, climate, and water, crashed on the Martian surface, instead of starting to orbit around the planet. What was the reason for this accident?
- The atmospheric stresses and friction were greater than expected.
- A mechanical fault in the protective shield
- Confusion in the system of units in the navigation of the spacecraft
- Mars gravitation forces were greater than expected.
Answer
The correct answer is C) Confusion in the system of units in the navigation of the spacecraft.
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