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CHAPEAs assignments are ground-based simulations designed to replicate the challenges of a real mission to Mars.

A year on Mars takes 669.6 sols,CBS Newsreported.

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In addition, temperatures can reach 70 degrees Fahrenheit or go as low as -225F (-142.78C).

The mission sparked a lot of enthusiasm online

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Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

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Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

Live On “Fake Mars” For A Year: NASA’s Simulated Mission Is Open For Applicants

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