International Space Station Quiz

How often does the International Space Station revolve around Earth?

• Every 60 minutes

• Every 90 minutes

• Every 120 minutes

• Every 180 minutes

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How large are the solar panels on the International Space Station?

• 2,000 square meters

• 3,000 square meters

• 4,000 square meters

• 5,000 square meters

What is the International Space Station compared to in terms of brightness in the night sky?

• The brightest star

• The second brightest spot next to the moon

• A distant planet

• A passing airplane

What can astronauts on the International Space Station do as well as people on Earth in terms of observation?

• Astronauts can see the Sun as clearly as people on Earth.

• Astronauts can see the Moon as clearly as people on Earth.

• Astronauts can see Earth as clearly as people on Earth can see the ISS.

• Astronauts can see stars as clearly as people on Earth.

When was the International Space Station (ISS) launched?

• 1982

• 1998

• 2000

• 1985

What is the weight of the International Space Station (ISS) on Earth?

• More than 200,000 kg

• More than 300,000 kg

• More than 400,000 kg

• More than 500,000 kg

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Which of the following statements is true about the ISS?

• It is smaller than the moon and much farther from Earth.

• It is larger than the moon and much closer to Earth.

• It is smaller than the moon and much closer to Earth.

• It is the same size as the moon and at the same distance from Earth.

What was the first component of the ISS launched into orbit?

• The Unity Node

• The Zarya Control Module

• The International Laboratory Module

• The Solar Power Module

Which country attached the second piece of the ISS?

• Russia

• The United States

• Japan

• Canada

What is the purpose of the utility node mentioned in the text?

• It is used for storage of supplies.

• It is a space module with several docking ports to join other pieces to the station.

• It is used solely for communication purposes.

• It serves as the main power source for the station.