NASA Aims For Saturday Launch Of New Moon Rocket After Fixes

NASA Aims For Saturday Launch Of New Moon Rocket After Fixes

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The video discusses NASA's upcoming rocket launch, highlighting the technical challenges faced, such as engine cooling issues and weather conditions. It explains the decision to conduct a test flight without astronauts to ensure safety and test the heat shield. The video also outlines future missions, including sending the first woman and person of color to the moon, and addresses the high costs and sustainability concerns of the Artemis program.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main issue that caused the delay in the Artemis mission launch?

A malfunction in the launch pad equipment

A faulty sensor providing inaccurate data

A problem with the rocket's fuel tank

A communication error with the control center

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are there no astronauts on board the first Artemis flight?

The rocket is not large enough to carry humans

The mission is focused on testing the heat shield

The flight path is too dangerous for humans

The mission is only a simulation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the mannequins on the Artemis flight?

To study radiation exposure and vibrations

To measure the speed of the rocket

To test the seating arrangements

To simulate communication with Earth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When does NASA plan to have humans on board the Artemis missions?

In 2026

In 2025

In 2024

In 2023

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant milestone does NASA aim to achieve with the Artemis missions?

Sending the first woman and person of color to the moon

Building a space station on the moon

Launching the largest satellite ever

Sending the first robot to Mars

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much is each Artemis launch estimated to cost?

$5.6 billion

$4.1 billion

$2.8 billion

$1.5 billion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does NASA face in sustaining the Artemis program?

Insufficient technological advancements

Environmental concerns

Competition from private space companies

Lack of interest from the public