Space Quiz

Which material is commonly used in the construction of spacecraft due to its lightweight and high strength?

• Steel

• Aluminium

• Wood

• Plastic

What is the primary purpose of heat shields on spacecraft?

• To provide oxygen

• To protect against radiation

• To insulate against extreme temperatures

• To store fuel

Which of the following materials is used for the thermal protection system of the Space Shuttle?

• Carbon fibre

• Reinforced carbon-carbon

• Titanium

• Copper

What is the angular coordinate system used to describe the position of objects in the sky?

• Cartesian coordinates

• Polar coordinates

• Equatorial coordinates

• Cylindrical coordinates

In the equatorial coordinate system, what does the term "Right Ascension" refer to?

• The angle measured eastward along the celestial equator

• The angle measured northward from the celestial equator

• The distance from Earth

• The brightness of a star

What is the unit of measurement for Declination in the equatorial coordinate system?

• Degrees

• Metres

• Kilograms

• Litres

Which stage of a star's lifecycle is characterised by the fusion of hydrogen into helium?

• Protostar

• Main Sequence

• Red Giant

• White Dwarf

What is the final stage of a low-mass star's lifecycle?

• Neutron Star

• Black Hole

• White Dwarf

• Red Giant

During which stage does a star expand and cool after exhausting its hydrogen fuel?

• Main Sequence

• Red Giant

• Supernova

• Protostar

What is the process called when a massive star explodes at the end of its lifecycle?

• Nebula

• Supernova

• Red Giant

• White Dwarf