Multiple choice general knowledge

Phobos and Deimos are moons of Mars - what do their names mean ?

  1. Black and White

  2. Fear and Terror

  3. Hot and cold

  4. Good and Bad
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Phobos and Deimos, the two moons of Mars, are named after the Greek gods who personified fear and terror respectively - Phobos meaning fear/panic and Deimos meaning dread/terror. In Greek mythology, they were sons of Ares (the Greek equivalent of Mars), accompanying him in battle. This naming convention reflects the martial association of Mars, the Roman god of war.

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