Space Technology

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What tool can help us see things that are far away?

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Telescope: An optical instrument that gathers and magnifies light to observe distant objects.

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Unmanned space vehicles that take instruments into space to collect data are called?

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Space Probe: A spacecraft that travels out of Earth's orbit to collect data about space and celestial bodies.

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What type of space vehicle is designed to explore the surface of a planet or moon?

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Rover: A small robotic vehicle that moves across the surface of a celestial body.

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What was the first major optical space telescope to be put into space?

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Hubble Telescope: Launched in 1990, it has provided some of the most detailed images of distant galaxies.

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What is a satellite?

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Satellite: A man-made object placed in orbit around a planet to collect data or provide communication.

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What is the purpose of a space shuttle?

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Space Shuttle: A reusable spacecraft designed to transport astronauts and cargo to and from space.

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What is an orbiter?

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Orbiter: A spacecraft designed to go into orbit around a celestial body to collect data.

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What is the James Webb Space Telescope?

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James Webb Space Telescope: A large space telescope designed to observe the universe in infrared light.

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What is a rocket?

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Rocket: A vehicle that uses controlled explosions of propellant to propel itself into space.

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What is a space station?

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Space Station: A large spacecraft in orbit that serves as a home and workplace for astronauts.