Moon Hazards
What protects Earth but is missing on the Moon?
Atmosphere (it protects from radiation exposure)
Apollo missions were mainly about what goal?
Winning the space race
What system helps astronauts use Moon resources instead of Earth supplies?
ISRU
What company works with NASA on spacecraft like Starship?
SpaceX
Why is lunar dust dangerous to astronauts?
It can damage equipment and harm the lungs
What is the overall goal of the Artemis program?
Long-term lunar exploration
What three things do astronauts need the most to survive on the moon?
Oxygen, water, shelter
What two roles does NASA fulfill in the Artemis program?
Leading mission coordination and research
The sharp, clingy dust on the Moon
What is Lunar regolith?
Apollo was mostly a competition between which countries?
U.S. and Soviet Union
What is one major challenge of living on the Moon?
Extreme temperatures / no atmosphere / radiation (any acceptable)
Why is private company involvement important?
It reduces cost and speeds up innovation