P8.3 Beyond Earth

• What does exploring the solar system involve?

  Robotic probes and crewed missions
• What challenges do gravitational forces pose in space exploration?

  Overcoming their pull
• What type of scientific data is gathered when exploring the solar system?

  Composition, structure, and behavior
• Match the challenge in space exploration with its description:

  Gravitational Forces ↔️ Spacecraft must overcome them

  Extreme Temperatures ↔️ Equipment must operate in hot and cold conditions

  Vacuum of Space ↔️ Lack of atmosphere presents unique challenges
• What are the key purposes of observatories in space exploration?

  Stable environment, long-term observation
• Human presence in space faces unique challenges compared to life on Earth

  True
• Powering life support systems in space requires reliable and efficient energy sources
• What challenge does spacecraft face due to gravitational forces?

  Overcoming their pull
• Match the planet with its key feature:

  Mercury ↔️ Smallest planet

  Venus ↔️ Hottest planet

  Earth ↔️ Supports life

  Mars ↔️ Polar ice caps
• Which planet is known for its Great Red Spot?

  Jupiter
• What is the primary purpose of space exploration missions?

  Gather scientific data
• Robotic probes are unmanned missions for exploration and data collection
• Order the types of telescopes based on their light-focusing methods:

  1️⃣ Refracting Telescopes

  2️⃣ Reflecting Telescopes

  3️⃣ Radio Telescopes
• What are observatories designed to protect telescopes from?

  Extreme conditions
• Space exploration faces challenges such as gravitational forces, extreme temperatures, and the vacuum of space
• Meeting the energy needs in space is crucial for sustaining missions and operating equipment
• Space exploration has opened new frontiers for scientific discovery and resource utilization


  True
• Understanding and meeting the energy needs in space is crucial for sustaining missions
• Order the types of telescopes from those that use lenses to those that detect radio waves:

  1️⃣ Refracting Telescopes

  2️⃣ Reflecting Telescopes

  3️⃣ Radio Telescopes
• By using telescopes and observatories, scientists can overcome the challenges of space exploration, such as the lack of atmosphere
• What are the primary functions of life support systems in space?

  Breathable air, water, food
• Space exploration faces significant challenges in terms of gravitational forces, extreme temperatures, and the vacuum
• Spacecraft must operate in extreme hot and cold temperatures in space


  True
• Exploring the solar system allows us to gather valuable scientific data and identify potential resources
• Moons orbit planets, while asteroids are found mainly in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter
• Water ice has been discovered on Mars


  True
• Spacecraft need to carry their own oxygen supply due to the vacuum of space

  True
• In space, humans experience microgravity or reduced gravity
• Match the life support system requirement with its function:

  Breathable air ↔️ Provides oxygen

  Water supply ↔️ Ensures hydration

  Temperature regulation ↔️ Maintains safe conditions

  Radiation protection ↔️ Shields against harmful rays
• Order the future space exploration missions by their launch dates:

  1️⃣ Europa Clipper (2024)

  2️⃣ Mars Sample Return (2026+)

  3️⃣ Dragonfly (2027)
• What is the goal of the Artemis Program?

  Return humans to the Moon