Space Exploration Technologies
Physics ⇒ Earth and Space Physics
Space Exploration Technologies starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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A rocket works on the principle of Newton's Third Law of Motion. State Newton's Third Law.
A satellite completes one orbit around Earth in 24 hours. What type of orbit is this?
A satellite orbits Earth at a constant speed. What force keeps it in orbit?
Describe one difference between a space probe and a satellite.
Describe one way in which space exploration has benefited life on Earth.
Describe one way satellites help in disaster management.
Describe the role of ground control in space missions.
Read the following scenario and answer the question:
A new telescope is being designed to observe distant galaxies without interference from Earth's atmosphere. Where should this telescope be placed for the best results?
(1) On a mountain top
(2) In a desert
(3) In space
(4) Under the ocean
Which of the following best describes a geostationary satellite?
(1) It orbits the Sun
(2) It stays above the same point on Earth's equator
(3) It moves randomly in space
(4) It orbits the Moon
Which of the following best explains why astronauts experience weightlessness in orbit?
(1) There is no gravity in space
(2) The spacecraft is falling around Earth
(3) The spacecraft is moving too fast
(4) The astronauts are very light
Which of the following is a benefit of using satellites for navigation?
(1) They provide real-time location information
(2) They increase air pollution
(3) They make travel slower
(4) They are only used for military purposes
Which of the following is a challenge faced by engineers when designing spacecraft?
(1) Making them waterproof
(2) Protecting them from extreme temperatures
(3) Ensuring they can float on water
(4) Making them invisible
Fill in the blank: The first artificial satellite launched into space was called __________.
Fill in the blank: The Hubble Space Telescope is located in __________.
Fill in the blank: The main advantage of using robots in space exploration is that they can operate in __________ environments.
Fill in the blank: The main communication system used by astronauts in space is __________.
True or False: All satellites are the same size and shape.
True or False: Satellites can be used for weather forecasting.
True or False: Satellites can be used to study Earth's climate.
True or False: Satellites can only be used for military purposes.
