6.E.1.3 Space Exploration Test Review

to transmit materials to the moon

to contact life on other planets

to break apart meteoroids

to take photos of the sun

a structure astronauts use for travel into space

a structure on Earth that astronauts use to study space

a structure that allows astronauts to view faraway objects in space

a structure that allows astronauts to extend the time they can stay in space

Scientists could study other planets.

Permanent orbits could be established.

The same vehicle could be used multiple times.

Items could be brought back to Earth from space.

It is helpful in planning a designated landing spot for the spacecraft.

It guarantees spacecraft will not enter the moon’s gravity.

It is helpful in planning the route of the spacecraft.

It guarantees a spacecraft will return safely.

Life exists on other planets.

Water can be found on all planets.

All planets have an atmosphere like Earth’s.

At least eight planets are in the solar system.

to allow global radio communication

to allow for the study of Earth’s core

to collect dust samples from comets and meteors

to carry astronauts to the International Space Station

a star

the sun

the moon

an asteroid

All planets have moons.

Earth is the only planet affected by gravity.

The sun is at the center of the solar system.

The moon is at the center of the solar system.

Earth’s gravity

Earth’s atmosphere

Earth’s solar system

Earth’s magnetic field

space observatory

space satellite

space station

space probe