WorksheetsWeightlessness in space
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 3mins
What is weightlessness?
The feeling of heaviness caused by increased gravitational force.
It’s the feeling of floating in space
The absence of mass in an object.
The result of reduced air pressure in high-altitude locations.
Why do we feel weightless?
Because gravity becomes weaker at higher altitudes.
Because our inner ear senses changes in gravitational pull.
there is no external contact force pushing or pulling upon our bodies.
What did Otis L. Evarderz notice when conducting his experiment?
The scale reading was different while he was accelerating up and down compared to when he was at rest or traveling at a constant speed.
The scale reading was the same regardless of the elevator's motion.
The scale reading changed only when he was traveling at a constant speed.
The scale reading was directly related to the gravitational force acting on his body.
What are some fun facts about weightlessness in space?
In space, everything floats, including astronauts, equipment and water.
There are no ups and downs in space. Astronauts can sleep on the wall or float around in any direction.
Without gravity to pull hair down, astronauts’ hair stands on end.
All of the above
What are some of the exercises done in space?
Swimming laps in the space station's swimming pool.
Practicing yoga and meditation.
Running on a treadmill specially designed for space.
Training for marathons on the space station's track.
how does weightlessness in space relate to uae?
The UAE has discovered a way to eliminate weightlessness for astronauts in space.
UAE astronauts undergo training, including preparations for experiencing weightlessness before leaving to space
The UAE is taking part in the international space station where they study more about space and weightlessness.
Both B and C
