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What plant provides the highest vitamin C yield for astronauts if grown in space?

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Green Onion

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What was a significant benefit of the Apollo Program besides landing on the moon?

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It advanced our understanding of space technology and science.

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What is the relationship between orbital radius and orbital speed?

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As the orbital radius increases, the orbital speed decreases.

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What is one primary health issue astronauts face during a six-month mission on the space station?

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Astronauts experience a 15% reduction in muscle mass during their stay.

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Should the development of the VASIMR rocket continue?

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Yes, because it has potential benefits for space travel.

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What is the primary purpose of the International Space Station (ISS)?

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To conduct scientific research and experiments in microgravity.

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What is microgravity?

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A condition in which objects appear to be weightless and experience very little gravitational force.

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What is the significance of the Apollo Program in space exploration?

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It marked the first successful human landing on the moon and advanced space technology.

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What are the effects of microgravity on the human body?

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Muscle atrophy, bone density loss, and fluid redistribution.

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What is the role of the VASIMR rocket in future space missions?

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It aims to provide efficient propulsion for long-duration space travel.