Topic 4 Space Exploration

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What is the primary function of satellites?

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To collect and transmit data.

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What is the purpose of the Keck Observatory?

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To observe and gather information about solar systems.

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What is the first challenge that rockets had to overcome for human space exploration?

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Rockets needed enough thrust to overcome Earth’s gravity.

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Why do scientists collect data using all categories of light on the electromagnetic spectrum?

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Visible light only shows some information; more information can be collected using other wavelengths.

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How has the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope contributed to our understanding of space?

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It has given scientists the opportunity to study the most distant objects in our solar system.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light, radio waves, and X-rays.

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What role do space telescopes play in astronomy?

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They allow astronomers to observe celestial objects without the interference of Earth's atmosphere.

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What is thrust in the context of rocketry?

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The force that propels a rocket upward, overcoming gravitational pull.

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What are the different types of satellites?

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Communication satellites, weather satellites, navigation satellites, and scientific satellites.

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What is the significance of the Hubble Space Telescope's location?

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Its location above Earth's atmosphere allows it to capture clearer images of space.