More New Earth-like Planets Nearby!

More New Earth-like Planets Nearby!

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Physics, Science, Other, Life Skills, Chemistry

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses recent discoveries in space exploration, including the finding of Earth-sized planets around the ultracool dwarf star Trappist-1, which may be habitable. It also covers the discovery of organic molecules on Ceres by NASA's Dawn spacecraft, suggesting potential for life. Additionally, SpaceX's successful launch from the historic Pad 39A is highlighted, marking a significant step in space travel. The video concludes with acknowledgments to supporters and a look forward to future space missions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method did astronomers use to discover the planets around Trappist-1?

Direct Imaging

Gravitational Microlensing

Transit Photometry

Radial Velocity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the classification of the star Trappist-1?

Red Giant

Ultracool Dwarf

White Dwarf

Neutron Star

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant discovery did NASA's Dawn spacecraft make on Ceres?

Atmospheric oxygen

Active volcanoes

Organic molecules

Liquid water on the surface

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of Pad 39A?

Launch site for Apollo 11

Site of the first reusable rocket launch

First launch pad used by SpaceX

Location of the first space station

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the experiments conducted on the International Space Station by SpaceX?

Studying the growth of plants in space

Monitoring atmospheric ozone

Testing new propulsion systems

Exploring deep space radiation