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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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Which is considered a modern space exploration project rather than part of the Space Race or a future project?

A
launch a satellite
B
land on the moon
C
capture an asteroid
D
launch a space probe
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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 uses electromagnetic radiation to discover the properties and composition of bodies in space?

A
space probe
B
space station
C
space shuttle
D
space observatory
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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
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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
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Which was first launched during the Space Race?

A
rover
B
satellite
C
space shuttle
D
space station
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Which unmanned craft is used to collect data about bodies in space?

A
rover
B
satellite
C
space probe
D
space station
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Which technology is NASA developing that will help astronauts reach Mars?

A
Corona
B
Freedom
C
Orion
D
Skylab
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Which statement describes how technology has increased our information on Mars?

A
The Curiosity rover found sulfur compound in rocks.
B
The Curiosity rover located methane in soil samples.
C
The Curiosity rover detected carbon in organic molecules.
D
The Curiosity rover discovered helium in underground pockets.

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