International Space Station Trivia

The video explores the International Space Station (ISS), highlighting its assembly, life aboard, technological advancements, and its role in international collaboration. The ISS was constructed in space, piece by piece, by multiple nations. It serves as a hub for scientific research and international cooperation. The video also discusses the challenges faced during its construction, including the Columbia disaster, and its completion. The ISS continues to be a model for future space exploration, providing insights into long-term space habitation and international teamwork.

What is the approximate speed at which the ISS orbits the Earth?

• 15,000 kilometers per hour

• 28,000 kilometers per hour

• 40,000 kilometers per hour

• 10,000 kilometers per hour

What is the estimated cost of building the ISS?

• 150 billion U.S. dollars

• 100 billion U.S. dollars

• 75 billion U.S. dollars

• 50 billion U.S. dollars

Which module was the first to be launched into space for the ISS?

• Unity

• Zvezda

• Destiny

• Zarya

Who holds the record for the longest single space flight by a woman on the ISS?

• Samantha Cristoforetti

• Yelena Serova

• Peggy Whitson

• Valentina Tereshkova

What is the primary function of the Canadarm2 on the ISS?

• Conducting scientific experiments

• Monitoring space debris

• Providing power to the station

• Unloading new arrivals from shuttles

Which module on the ISS is used for research and experiments?

• Quest

• Unity

• Destiny

• Zvezda

Which year did the space shuttle Columbia disaster occur?

• 2001

• 2003

• 2007

• 2005

What is the purpose of the observation cupola on the ISS?

• Conducting experiments

• Docking spacecraft

• Storing supplies

• Providing 360-degree views

How many missions did it take to complete the ISS?

• 35 missions

• 30 missions

• 20 missions

• 25 missions

What is one of the main research focuses for long-term stays on the ISS?

• Studying the effects of microgravity on plants

• Developing new space suits

• Testing new propulsion systems

• Understanding the long-term effects of space travel on humans