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How did astronomers use technology to identify characteristics of the Crab nebula?

A
technology that detects ultraviolet light found hydrogen in the nebula
B
technology that detects radio waves identified a pulsar at the center of the nebula
C
technology that detects microwaves revealed the behavior of electrons in the nebula
D
technology that detects gamma rays measured the distance of the nebula from Earth
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Which object does NASA plan to design and use to land four astronauts to Mars?

A
enhanced space station
B
redesigned space probe
C
improved rover technology
D
advanced propulsion equipment
4

Which was first launched during the Space Race?

A
rover
B
satellite
C
space shuttle
D
space station
5

Which event occurred during the Space Race?

A
NASA was established.
B
The International Space Station was built.
C
The Soviet Union launched Salyut.
D
The United States launched Skylab.
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Which is an advantage of using space observatories for space exploration?

A
allows scientists to send a crew into space
B
allows scientists to repair damaged satellites
C
allows scientists to collect samples with a rover
D
allows scientists to avoid the effects of light pollution
7

Which is a plan for the future of space exploration?

A
build a space station
B
astronauts visiting Mars
C
astronauts orbiting Earth
D
build a space observatory
8

Which object was developed to help astronomers learn more about the Sun?

A
the Parker probe
B
the Orion vehicle
C
the Curiosity rover
D
the Explorer satellite
10

Which is the function of space observatory technology?

A
classify objects in space
B
collect soil and rock samples
C
carry astronauts and equipment
D
land humans on Mars

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