History of the Space Shuttle/Evidence pracitce

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What does the term 'disintegrate' mean?

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To break apart into small pieces or to lose cohesion.

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What does the term 'relevant' mean?

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Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.

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What is a 'satellite'?

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An object that orbits around a planet or another celestial body.

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What is a 'fleet'?

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A group of vehicles, ships, or aircraft operating together.

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What does 'orbit' refer to?

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The curved path of an object around a star, planet, or moon.

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What was the purpose of the Space Shuttle program?

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To transport astronauts and cargo to and from space, particularly to the International Space Station.

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What is the significance of the first Space Shuttle launch?

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The first Space Shuttle, Columbia, launched on April 12, 1981, marking the beginning of reusable spacecraft.

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What are the main components of a Space Shuttle?

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The main components include the orbiter, solid rocket boosters, and external tank.

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What is the role of the orbiter in the Space Shuttle?

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The orbiter is the part of the shuttle that carries astronauts and cargo into space.

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What is a 'launch pad'?

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A platform from which a rocket or spacecraft is launched.