The Martian

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Blast Off to Your Martian Universe

Stranded botanist-turned-space MacGyver hacks every Martian dilemma with duct tape and grit, science-ing the heck out of red planet survival, all while Earth engineering masterminds craft a Hail Mary to bring their space castaway back home.

The Martian Trivia

What is the primary method used to produce water on Mars in the movie "The Martian"? (Advanced)
#1: By melting ice
#2: Chemical reaction using hydrazine
#3: Using Martian soil
#4: By condensing atmospheric moisture
What crop does Mark Watney grow to survive in "The Martian"? (Genius)
#1: Corn
#2: Potatoes
#3: Carrots
#4: Soybeans
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The Martian Fun Facts

The potatoes grown by Mark Watney in The Martian were actually cultivated using soil and human waste, mirroring a real-life NASA experiment.
NASA provided guidance on the film’s science and allowed the crew to consult with its experts, making the depictions of Mars missions highly accurate.

The Martian Polls

Which aspect of The Martian interests you most?
Survival tactics
Science and technology
Character development
Humor and wit
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Who is your favorite character in The Martian
Mark Watney
Melissa Lewis
Rick Martinez
Venkat Kapoor
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