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- 1. Multiple Choice
Some places in the universe are too distant for humans to observe directly. Which of these technologies is used to observe these distant places?
Rocket
Probe
Space shuttle
Space station
- 2. Multiple Choice
Different types of telescopes, such as gamma-ray detectors and radio telescopes, are used in space science. What is the reason for this?
Different types of telescopes are needed to detect visible light.
Different types of telescopes are needed to measure different colors of waves.
Different types of telescopes are needed to collect data from different ranges of radiation
Different types of telescopes are needed to observe the same part of the electromagnetic spectrum.
- 3. Multiple Choice
This is a product that uses NASA technology and benefits the public?
Probe
Satellite
Spin Off
Space shuttle
- 4. Multiple Choice
Space exploration is beneficial to Florida's economy because:
It creates more shopping opportunities, thus increasing the economy.
It creates more jobs and brings more tourism.
It reduces the amount of shopping, thus reducing the amount of tourism
It creates a large quantity of jobs in the food industry.
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of the following are reasons that Florida was chosen as the headquarters for NASA's Launch Services? Select ALL that apply. (multiple response question)
it's on the east coast
the climate is very cold
it's close to the equator
it's near the ocean
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which of the following WAS NOT one of the purposes of NASA's space shuttle program?
To get people to Mars
To have reusable spacecraft
to help construct the International Space Station
to make repairs to the Hubble Space Telescope
- 7. Multiple Choice
The Hubble Space Telescope is a telescope that orbits Earth and collects data and images from distant parts of the universe. What type of spacecraft is the Hubble Space Telescope?
space station
space shuttle
space probe
artificial satellite
- 8. Multiple Choice
Scientists use spacecraft to study a variety of objects in space. What benefits do unmanned spacecraft provide to space scientists?
Instruments never commit errors.
Instruments can be sent places humans cannot go
Instruments can replace analysis by human scientists.
Instruments require more control over the environment than human spaceflight does.
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which statement about the methods scientists use in the pursuit of scientific knowledge is correct?
Scientists use varying scientific methods based on their field, but there are similar standards and requirements that apply to all fields of science.
All scientists use exactly use the same rigid methods across all fields to ensure that all knowledge is accurate and valid.
Scientists always use techniques that control variables because if they do not, their studies will not be considered valid.
All scientists use the method of experimentation, but vary in using the method of free exploration.
- 10. Multiple Choice
In 1984 Lansat 5 was launched into space. This satellite is still operating today and has produced over 700,000 images. These images contain red, blue, and green wavelengths of light. These wavelengths were produced by the sunlight that bounced off Earth’s surface. What type of electromagnetic radiation does Lansat 5 use to produce these images?
Visible light
Radio waves
Gamma rays
Ultra violet light
- 11. Multiple Choice
. Syriah is a marine biologist who studies organisms that live in the deepest parts of the ocean. The submarine that she and her colleagues use to study these deep places uses technology that was originally developed by NASA engineers for exploring space. What is this an example of?
Direct competition
Economic benefits
Private industry
Spinoff technology
- 12. Multiple Choice
Doug works as a scientist for NASA in Cape Canaveral, FL. Which statement best describes why this is beneficial to the economy in Florida?
Doug makes a lot of money at his job, so he will be able to take vacations to other states
Doug probably lives near his work, so he will be spending a majority of his money in Florida.
Doug will buy a lot of NASA merchandise with the money he makes from his job.
Doug will develop products that help Floridians have a better quality of life.
- 13. Multiple Choice
. Karen is studying different types of space crafts. Which of these spacecraft can people use to travel to and from orbits close to Earth?
Space probes
Space shuttle
Space station
Telescope
- 14. Multiple Choice
Who were the first two people to walk on the moon?
Alan Sheppard and John Glenn
Neil Armstrong and Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin
Edward White and Werner Von Braun
None of the above
- 15. Multiple Choice
Astronauts MUST exercise while in space:
To avoid boredom
To generate electricity
To keep their muscles strong
All of the above
- 16. Multiple Choice
Astronomers use.................to make observations and collect data about objects in the solar system.
TELESCOPES
satellites
space probes
all of the above
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which is one major difference between the international space station and the space shuttle missions?
The ISS was built by many countries
The ISS travels to other planets
The ISS can land and be relaunched
The ISS orbits around Earth
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