Artemis II to the Moon

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What temperature will the Orion capsule reach when entering Earth's atmosphere?

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5000 degrees, half that of the Sun.

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Why is a large amount of fuel and power needed for the SLS to launch?

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To overcome Earth's gravity.

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What is the main purpose of the Artemis II mission?

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NASA's first crewed mission in 50 years.

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How long will the journey from low Earth orbit to the Moon take?

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4 days out of Earth's orbit and to 230,000 miles to the far side of the Moon.

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What is tested when Orion detaches from the SLS?

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Life system services, such as navigation and communication.

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What is the significance of the Artemis II mission?

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It marks NASA's return to crewed lunar missions after 50 years.

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What is the distance from Earth to the Moon?

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Approximately 238,855 miles (or 230,000 miles as mentioned in the context).

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What does SLS stand for in the context of space missions?

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Space Launch System.

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What is the role of the Orion capsule in the Artemis missions?

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To transport astronauts to lunar orbit and back.

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What are the main challenges of launching a spacecraft?

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Overcoming Earth's gravity and atmospheric resistance.