Space

What is the habitable zone?

• A zone with the best distance away from a star

• A zone in space where water turns into vapor

• A zone where life can not be sustained

• A zone in space where water is frozen

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Proximity to the Sun means...

• A proximity warning is given to an astronaut when the oxygen level in the spacesuit drops below 10 pounds/square inch of atmosphere

• The intensity of the Sun's radiation on Earth

• How close an object in our solar system is to the Sun

• none of theses

Why is the Sun important to life on Earth?

• The Sun's radiant energy is converted to food by plants in a process called photosynthesis

• The Sun's radiant energy is converted into liquid water

• Radiant energy from the Sun is absorbed and released in a delicate balance for life to exist.

• none of these

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What three things do Astronomers look for when searching for life beyond Earth?

• water vapor, and food

• food, water, and shelter

• liquid water, an oxygen containing atmosphere, and an energy source

• none of these

Analyze the impact of space exploration on technological advancements. Provide examples of technologies developed for space missions that have practical applications on Earth.

• Space exploration has led to significant technological advancements, including the development of GPS, improved medical imaging, and water purification systems. These technologies, initially developed for space missions, have practical applications on Earth, enhancing navigation, healthcare, and access to clean water.

• Space exploration has had no impact on technological advancements. All technologies used in space missions are unique to space and have no practical applications on Earth.

• Space exploration has led to technological advancements in entertainment, such as virtual reality and video games. These technologies have practical applications on Earth, primarily in the gaming industry.

• Space exploration has led to technological advancements in agriculture, such as genetically modified crops and automated farming equipment. These technologies have practical applications on Earth, primarily in food production.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Analyze the importance of the International Space Station (ISS) in scientific research. What are some key experiments conducted on the ISS?

• The ISS is important for scientific research because it provides a unique environment for experiments in microgravity. Key experiments include studying the effects of long-term space travel on the human body and growing plants in space.

• The ISS is important for scientific research because it provides a platform for launching satellites. Key experiments include testing new satellite technologies and monitoring Earth's weather patterns.

• The ISS has no importance in scientific research. It is primarily used for space tourism.

• The ISS is important for scientific research because it provides a base for mining asteroids. Key experiments include extracting minerals from asteroids and testing new mining technologies.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the term for a star's brightness as seen from Earth?

• Absolute magnitude

• Apparent magnitude

• Luminosity

• Intensity

A layer of gases that surround a planet

• atmosphere

• Corona Borealis

• protective gas zone

• none of these

Even though the moon is in the habitable zone, why is there no life there?

• no atmosphere

• No water

• Exposed to solar radiation

• All of these are correct

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Which planet would be the most likely place to observe for life?

• A

• B

• C

• D