Apollo 13 Review

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What was the original mission of the astronauts on Apollo 13?

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To study and explore the Fra Mauro region of the moon.

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What was the impact of reducing energy consumption on Apollo 13?

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All non-critical systems were turned off and energy consumption was reduced to a fifth of normal, resulting in having 20 percent of the Lunar Module's electrical power left when Aquarius was jettisoned.

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How would you describe the crew’s descent to Earth during Apollo 13?

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Uncomfortable.

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What was the nature of the relationship between the Apollo 13 crew and Mission Control?

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Their relationship was cooperative; they worked together to solve problems.

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What event occurred first during the Apollo 13 mission?

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The astronauts had a smooth two days aboard the spacecraft.

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What was the primary goal of the Apollo program?

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To land humans on the Moon and bring them safely back to Earth.

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What critical failure occurred during the Apollo 13 mission?

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An oxygen tank exploded, leading to a life-threatening situation for the crew.

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What was the significance of the phrase 'Houston, we have a problem'?

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It indicated a serious issue that required immediate attention from Mission Control.

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What role did the Lunar Module play in the Apollo 13 mission?

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The Lunar Module, named Aquarius, served as a lifeboat for the astronauts after the service module was damaged.

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What was the main challenge faced by the Apollo 13 crew during their return to Earth?

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They had to conserve power and resources while navigating back to Earth.