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How many natural satellites does Mars have and what are thir names?
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∙ 11y ago
Mars has two satellites, both discovered in 1877 and named after Greek gods who were sons of Ares (Mars) and Aphrodite. Also, both moons are small and irregularly shaped, so scientists think that they might be asteroids captured into Mars's orbit by Mars's gravity:
• Phobos
• Deimos
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How many satellites are on the planet Mars?
do you mean natural satellites? if so, mars has two moons, phobos and deimos.
How many satellites have been on Mars?
there are currrently 2 known satellites oribiting mars
How many moons and satellites does Mars have?
Mars has two natural satellites (moons) that have been named Phobos and Deimos. (Both are considerably smaller than Earth's moon.) As of January, 2009, there are 3 artificial satellites orbiting Mars: * Mars Odyssey (NASA - arrived October, 2001) * Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (NASA - arrived March, 2006) * Mars Express (ESA - arrived December, 2003)
How many moons does Mars have and why?
Two natural satellites of Mars have been discovered, and have been named "Phobos" and "Deimos". They are relatively small bodies, even for satellites. As far as the motives for their creation and placement are concerned, you'd have to ask the responsible party.
Who many natural satellites does Venus have?
Venus does not have any natural satellites.
How many satellites does mars?
around 197
How many known satellites does mars have?
2
How many satellites travel around Mars?
10 satellites. Only 2, Phobos and Diemos2 - Phobos and Demos
How many satellites in total does Mars have?
come on you must know, they have 2 Satellites [Moon].
How many moons or satellites around mars?
2
How many known satellites have gone to mars?
45
Does Mars have satellites if so how many?
yes, it has two
