Astronaut

Atmospheric Scientist
Geologist

Meteorologist
Geophysicist
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Does it matter if you are in or out of shape to become an astronaut?
Yes because astronauts go through rigorous training and meet stringent physical fitness criteria. Only the best will become an astronaut.
100
About how much do atmospheric scientist make a year?
Between $40,000 and $125,000 a year.
100
What is the salary range of a Geologist?
Between $50,000 and $100,000.
100
How much money can a meteorologist make in a year?
Between $55,000 and $130,000 a year.
100
What is the salary range for a geophysicist?
Between $65,000 and $150,000
200
What is the formal education an astronaut much have?
Science and/or mathematics
200
What entry level education do they need?
Bachelor’s degree
200
What is geology?
The study of the solid earth, its rocks and minerals.
200
What type of degree do meteorologist need?
Bachelor's degree
200
What two subjects do geophysicist combine?
Physics and earth science
300
What is the degree an astronaut must have?
They must have earned Master's or Doctoral degrees.
300
How many different subjects do they study? What are 2?
5, Climatology, Dynamic meteorology, Cloud Physics, Atmospheric Chemistry, and Oceanography.
300
What type of degree do geologist need?
Bachelor's degree
300
What does a meteorologist do?
They forecast the weather to see what's headed our way.
300
What degree do geophysicist need?
At least a bachelor's degree. You could get a master's degree or PhD for other positions.
400
Is there any additional training an astronaut must have? If so then what?
They must be experienced pilots, and they must go through over 100 hours of training.
400
Do atmospheric scientist have an impact on everyday life? If yes list one if no list none.
Yes because they produce weather maps and graphics, report current weather conditions, and they issue warnings to protect life and property during severe weather.
400
If we did not have geologist what would people think of earth?
We would have an incomplete or even inaccurate picture of our planet.
400
Why are meteorologist important?
They are important because without them we would not have any idea of what kind of weather to prepare for.
400
How much job growth will there be between now and 2022?
At least 16% more jobs will be available.
500
What is the NASA space physical requirements in order to pass it?
20/20 vision, 140/90 blood pressure measured in a sitting position, and height between 62 and 75 inches.
500
What is the workplace of an Atmospheric Scientist like?
Often work in offices and laboratories, but they may travel frequently to collect data in the field and to observe weather events.
500
How many geologist are there in the world, and what is projected growth over 10 years?
Around 38,000 jobs and a projected 16% growth over 10 years.
500
How active are meteorologist?
They are very active because they may have to go into severe weather situations to explain what is going on. They may have to work over night just in case a bad storm is coming
500
What other requirements do you need to become a geophysicist?
Computer skills, particularly in mapping, modeling and GIS/GPS; fieldwork experience