Space Adventures and Static Electricity - CNN10 2/26/2025

What was the original duration planned for the astronauts' stay on the International Space Station?

• 5 to 7 days

• 8 to 10 days

• 12 to 14 days

• 15 to 20 days

What issue was discovered with the Boeing Starliner vehicle that prevented the astronauts' return?

• Fuel leak

• Helium leak and thruster problems

• Communication failure

• Navigation system error

Which mission is scheduled to bring the astronauts back to Earth?

• SpaceX Crew-9

• SpaceX Crew-10

• Boeing Crew-1

• NASA Crew-5

What is the main reason static electricity is more noticeable in the winter?

• Higher humidity

• Lower humidity

• Increased sunlight

• Decreased air pressure

What common household item was mentioned as a potential solution to reduce static electricity in hair?

• Plastic wrap

• Aluminum foil

• Rubber bands

• Cotton cloth

What is the unit of measurement for electrical power that measures the rate of energy usage?

• Amps

• Volts

• Watts

• Joules

What phenomenon is caused by static electricity on a much larger scale?

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

• Lightning

• Tsunamis

How long did the cat, Sunny-Loo, survive trapped in the sofa during the cross-country move?

• One week

• Two weeks

• Three weeks

• Four weeks

What does the adverb "contemporaneously" mean as used in the transcript?

• Happening at different times

• Happening at the same time

• Happening in the future

• Happening in the past

What is the main effect of gravity on astronauts when they return to Earth?

• Increased muscle strength

• Decreased fluid in the body

• Fluid shifts to lower extremities

• Enhanced vision