Exploring Space with Lightyear

Nadia Drake from National Geographic visits NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory with Chris Evans, who voices Buzz Lightyear in the movie 'Lightyear', and astronaut Tom Marshburn. They discuss the wonders and challenges of space travel, including the beauty of Earth from space, the difficulty of moving in zero gravity, and the technology used aboard the ISS. The conversation also covers astronaut training, the speed of space travel, and the unique aspects of space food. The video concludes with reflections on the experience and a nod to the 'Lightyear' film.

Who is the host of the video and what is her affiliation?

• Nadia Drake with National Geographic

• Chris Evans with NASA

• Buzz Lightyear with Disney

• Tom Marshburn with SpaceX

What is one of the most captivating aspects of viewing Earth from space?

• The sound of silence

• The beauty of Earth's continents

• The blackness of space

• The twinkling stars

Why don't stars twinkle when viewed from space?

• They are moving too fast

• There is no atmosphere

• They are blocked by the sun

• They are too far away

What is a significant challenge astronauts face in zero gravity?

• Breathing

• Eating

• Moving with control

• Sleeping

What role do A.I. robots play on the ISS?

• Taking pictures and providing light

• Communicating with Earth

• Cooking meals

• Piloting the spacecraft

What percentage of astronauts experience space sickness?

• Four out of five

• Two out of five

• One out of five

• Three out of five

What is the purpose of the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory?

• To simulate zero gravity

• To study marine life

• To train for spacewalks

• To test spacecraft

How fast does the ISS travel in orbit?

• 25,000 miles per hour

• 17,500 miles per hour

• 10,000 miles per hour

• 5,000 miles per hour

What is a common method of preparing food on the ISS?

• Cooking on a stove

• Using a microwave

• Rehydrating and heating on a hot plate

• Eating raw

How do astronauts emotionally connect with Earth while on the ISS?

• By video calling family

• By watching movies

• By looking at Earth from space

• By listening to music