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8E5.10 Technology in Space

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Space ShuttleA reusable space craft that transports people and materials to and from space is called the/a(n)
Space ProbeAn uncrewed spacecraft sent from Earth to explore objects in space is called the/a(n)
SatelliteAny small object that orbits a larger object other than a star is called the/a(n)
AstrobiologyThe study of the origin, development, distribution, and future of life on Earth and in the universe is called the/a(n)
Extraterrestrial LifeLife that originates outside of Earth is called the/a(n)
LunarTerm that relates to anything about the moon is called the/a(n)
Project ApolloA series of space missions designed to send people to the Moon is called the/a(n)
Electromagnetic SpectrumThe entire range of radiant energy carried by waves is called the/a(n)
RocketA vehicle propelled by the exhaust made from burning fuel is called the/a(n)
Radio TelescopeAn instrument that collects radio waves and some microwaves using an antenna that looks like a TV satellite dish is called the/a(n)
Reflecting TelescopeAn instrument that uses a curved mirror to concentrate light from distant objects to create an observable image is called the/a(n)
Refracting TelescopeAn instrument that uses convex lens to concentrate light from distant objects to create an observable image is called the/a(n)
rovera small robotic space probe that can move about the surface of a planet or moon



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