Can You See the Moon Landing Site with A Telescope?

Can You See the Moon Landing Site with A Telescope?

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Physics, Science, Chemistry, Other

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The video explores the conspiracy theories surrounding the Apollo moon landings, particularly the claim that they were faked. It discusses the feasibility of using telescopes to observe the lunar landing sites, explaining that current telescopes lack the resolving power to clearly see the artifacts left on the moon. The video details the sizes of these artifacts, such as the American flag and lunar Rover, and compares them to the capabilities of telescopes like the Hubble. Despite the limitations of telescopes, scientific consensus and images from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter support the authenticity of the moon landings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common suggestion by conspiracy theorists to verify the Apollo moon landings?

Analyzing moon rocks

Sending a new mission to the moon

Interviewing astronauts

Using high-powered telescopes to observe the lunar surface

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main factor that determines whether an object in space can be seen through a telescope?

The color of the object

The time of day

The size of the telescope's lens or mirror

The distance of the object from Earth

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How large must an object be for the Hubble telescope to see it clearly?

At least 200 meters

At least 150 meters

At least 96 meters

At least 50 meters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the diameter of the largest optical reflecting telescope on Earth?

2.4 meters

10.4 meters

25 meters

75 meters

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which NASA spacecraft has captured images of the Apollo landing sites?

Mars Rover

Hubble Space Telescope

Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter

Voyager 1