SpaceX Dragon capsule splashes down in Pacific

SpaceX Dragon capsule splashes down in Pacific

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Science, Other, Physics

11th Grade - University

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The video describes the completion of a SpaceX supply mission, detailing the capsule's reentry into Earth's atmosphere and the deployment of its parachutes, which slowed it down for a safe recovery from the Pacific Ocean. Although this particular capsule will not be reused, SpaceX plans to repair and refurbish used capsules for future missions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the SpaceX capsule do after completing its supply mission?

It landed on the Moon.

It was destroyed in space.

It immediately returned to Earth.

It jettisoned its trunk section.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of deploying the main parachutes during reentry?

To increase the speed of the capsule.

To slow down the capsule to around 10 mph.

To change the direction of the capsule.

To detach the trunk section.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the SpaceX capsule recovered after reentry?

The Atlantic Ocean

The Indian Ocean

The Pacific Ocean

The Arctic Ocean

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Will the recovered capsule be reused in future missions?

No, it will not be reused.

Yes, it will be reused as is.

No, it will be sent to a museum.

Yes, but only for training purposes.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does SpaceX plan to do with used capsules in the future?

Sell them to other companies.

Use them for space tourism.

Convert them into space hotels.

Repair and refurbish them for future missions.