Celebrating Black Innovators in Astronomy and Space Science

Dr. Maggie Lu highlights ten influential Black figures in astronomy and space science, emphasizing the importance of representation and diversity. The video profiles individuals like Leland Melvin, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Mae Jemison, showcasing their contributions and achievements. The video aims to inspire young Black individuals to pursue careers in these fields, underscoring the need for more diversity in astronomy and space science.

What was the main motivation behind Dr. Maggie Lu's video?

• To highlight Black role models in astronomy and space

• To promote her channel

• To discuss recent space missions

• To review a new space documentary

Which astronaut is known for his NASA portrait with his dogs?

• Buzz Aldrin

• Neil Armstrong

• Leland Melvin

• Chris Hadfield

What is Neil deGrasse Tyson most known for besides his scientific work?

• His work on the Hubble Telescope

• His contributions to quantum physics

• His public engagement and media appearances

• His role in space missions

What was Benjamin Banneker's significant contribution to astronomy?

• Inventing the telescope

• Predicting eclipses and planetary conjunctions

• Discovering a new planet

• Developing the first space shuttle

What was Katherine Johnson's role in NASA's Mercury missions?

• Designing the spacecraft

• Calculating launch windows and trajectories

• Developing communication systems

• Training astronauts

What is Maggie Aderin-Pocock known for in the field of astronomy?

• Hosting a popular astronomy TV program

• Leading a Mars mission

• Discovering a new galaxy

• Inventing a new type of telescope

What did George Carruthers invent that was used in the Apollo 16 mission?

• A lunar rover

• A space suit

• A communication satellite

• The FAR UV camera and spectrograph

What was Claudia Alexander's role in the Galileo mission?

• Mission control operator

• Project manager

• Satellite designer

• Astronaut

Who was the first Black woman in space?

• Peggy Whitson

• Valentina Tereshkova

• Sally Ride

• Mae Jemison

What is Arlie Petters known for in the field of mathematics?

• Developing a new calculus method

• Solving Fermat's Last Theorem

• Inventing a new type of computer algorithm

• Pioneering the mathematics of gravitational lensing