We have received so many amazing questions through our Dear Science campaign, including this one from Olivia, age 7. Why does Mars have 2 moons? We only have one here for Earth, how did Mars get 2? Well, Olivia, we are here to answer your question. Keep watching to learn just how Mars got 2 moons.

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Nick Villagra is a STEM Educator at the Connecticut Science Center, responsible for developing and delivering science experiences, including classroom lab programs, stage shows, and vacation camps. Nick holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering from Swarthmore College. and has been a speaker at the New England Museum Association conference. Always looking to put a unique stamp on the Science Center’s offerings, Nick enjoys incorporating custom-designed 3D printed materials for students to interact with.