Space Technology Vocabulary

Space Technology Vocabulary

Multiple Choice

This technology that allows us to see far into space is typically earth-based, and was improved by Galileo in the 1600s!

• space probe

• satellite

• observatory

• telescope

Multiple Choice

This type of technology orbits Earth and is controlled by scientists.

Its name actually means moon, planet or machine that orbits (goes around) a planet or a star!

• space probe

• satellite

• observatory

• telescope

Multiple Choice

This building houses large, powerful telescopes.

• space probe

• satellite

• observatory

• telescope

Multiple Choice

This type of technology leaves Earth's orbit to explore and gather more information/data to send back to scientists.

• space probe

• satellite

• observatory

• telescope

Multiple Choice

A circular path around an object

• telescope

• orbit

• satellite

• circle