8.2 Space Exploration

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Who developed the theory of rocket propulsion?

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Konstantin Tsiolkovsky is known as the father of rocket propulsion theory.

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What is the purpose of navigation satellites?

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Navigation satellites help locate ships, aircraft, and vehicles, especially in distress situations.

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Which NASA satellite is used to study precipitation and snowfall?

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The Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) satellite is used to study precipitation and snowfall.

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What type of orbit do satellites need to maintain a constant location?

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Satellites that need to maintain a constant location travel in a geosynchronous orbit.

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Which NASA satellite studies Earth's polar ice caps?

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The Ice, Cloud and land Elevation Satellite-2 (ICESat-2) studies Earth's polar ice caps.

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What is rocket propulsion?

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Rocket propulsion is the method of moving a rocket by expelling gas in the opposite direction.

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What is a geosynchronous orbit?

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A geosynchronous orbit is an orbit where a satellite appears to stay in the same position relative to the Earth's surface.

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What role do satellites play in weather forecasting?

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Satellites collect data on weather patterns, helping meteorologists predict weather conditions.

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What is the significance of the Hubble Space Telescope?

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The Hubble Space Telescope is significant for its ability to capture clear images of distant galaxies and celestial phenomena.

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What is the function of the International Space Station (ISS)?

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The ISS serves as a space environment research laboratory where scientific research is conducted in astrobiology, astronomy, meteorology, and physics.