Health Effects
What is the main difference between the Earth and space?
No gravity
Who was the first man on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
What is one of the major reasons we go to space? (multiple answers)
1. Learn about earth
2. Scientific research
3. Learn about space
4. Innovation & Inspiration
What are the two structures astronauts typically stay in during missions?
Space craft & Space Station
What happens to muscles and bones during a long space mission? Why?
They both decrease because there is no gravity
What was the first animal go ever go into space & make orbit around the Earth?
Dog! Laika the dog was sent in a Soviet spacecraft
What do satellites help us with?
Predictions for weather, ocean, fire & more
Imaging of our world
What is the second planet humans have considered traveling to?
Mars - The planet most similar to Earth in our solar system
What are some of the preventative measures astronauts take to keep their bodies healthy?
Working out 2+ hours a day, special food, medical check-ups
Which country got to space first?
Soviet Union
What NASA invention now helps us with cancer screening?
Improved processing of telescope images
What is the mission name of the flight that landed on the moon?
Apollo 11
What two parts of your body get confused and cause space sickness?
You eyes and inner ear (balance system)
How many astronauts have walked on the moon?
Why did NASA help to invent tempurpedic mattresses?
Because it allowed astronauts to have an easier time during takeoff - they experience a lot of force
How fast does the International Space Station orbit the Earth?
Every 90 minutes!!!