Space Exploration

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Why is a space suit insulated?

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To regulate temperature and protect against hot/cold conditions.

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Who was the first man in space?

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Yuri Gagarin.

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True or False: The USA was the first country to put a man in space.

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False.

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How do astronauts protect their bone health while in space?

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By exercising with equipment.

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What object is launched into orbit and designed to send and receive information?

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Satellite.

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What is the purpose of a space shuttle?

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To transport astronauts and cargo to and from space.

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What is microgravity?

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A condition in which objects appear to be weightless, experienced in space.

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What is the main function of a satellite?

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To collect and transmit data back to Earth.

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What is the significance of the Apollo 11 mission?

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It was the first mission to land humans on the Moon.

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What are the main components of a space suit?

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Insulation, life support systems, and mobility features.