Apollo Vocabulary Chapter 1

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Apollo

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A figure from Greek mythology, known as the god of the sun, music, and prophecy.

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Astronaut

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A trained individual who travels into space to conduct research or explore.

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Mission

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A specific task or purpose that someone is assigned to accomplish, often used in the context of space exploration.

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Launch

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The act of sending a spacecraft or satellite into the air or space, typically involving a rocket.

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Orbit

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The path that an object takes as it moves around another object in space, such as a planet around the sun.

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Spacecraft

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A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.

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Gravity

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The force that attracts two bodies toward each other, essential for keeping planets in orbit around the sun.

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Satellite

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An object that orbits a planet or another celestial body, often used for communication or research.

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Rocket

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A vehicle that uses controlled explosions to propel itself into space.

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Exploration

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The act of traveling through an unfamiliar area to learn about it, especially in the context of space.