Join us on a virtual tour of Curiosity’s landing site and learn more about its discoveries. The car-sized rover, equipped with advanced technology to analyze rock, soil, and air samples, is exploring the Gale Crater on Mars.
Curiosity uses a 7-foot-long arm to place tools near rocks for study, and carries 10 science instruments, including cameras, a laser for vaporizing rocks from a distance, and a drill for collecting powdered rock samples. The rover searches for rocks that indicate past water presence and signs of organic materials.
Thanks to Curiosity, we have learned a great deal about Mars’ history and its potential to support life. Its exploration of Gale Crater has provided valuable information about the Red Planet.
