Space Junk and Satellite Management Quiz

What event marked the beginning of the space age?

• The moon landing

• The launch of Sputnik 1

• The first human in space

• The launch of the Hubble Space Telescope

Approximately how many satellites are currently in orbit?

• 5,000

• 7,000

• 10,000

• 12,000

What was the result of the 2009 collision between a Russian and an Iridium satellite?

• It created a new satellite

• It resulted in a new international space treaty

• It generated thousands of pieces of debris

• It caused a temporary communication blackout

What is the Kessler Syndrome?

• A scenario where space debris is harmless

• A chain reaction of satellite collisions creating more debris

• A method to clean up space junk

• A new type of satellite technology

What is the purpose of Astroscale's magnetic capture system?

• To create new space stations

• To launch new satellites

• To capture and deorbit space junk

• To refuel satellites

What is one proposed method to extend the life of satellites?

• Bringing them back to Earth

• Replacing them every year

• Refueling them in orbit

• Using solar power

Why is reducing the number of new satellites challenging?

• Lack of technology

• High costs

• Demand for global communication networks

• Government restrictions

What is a potential risk of technology designed to deorbit satellites?

• It could interfere with Earth's atmosphere

• It could malfunction and explode

• It could be used to bring down active satellites

• It could create more debris

What is necessary for effective space junk management?

• More satellites

• International cooperation and creativity

• Increased funding

• Stricter regulations

What is the main concern with the current number of satellites in orbit?

• They are too expensive

• They could lead to the Kessler Syndrome

• They are not technologically advanced

• They are not visible from Earth