Collapse of the Soviet Union

How did the collapse of the Soviet Union impact scientific research funding in Russia?

• Increased funding due to economic growth

• Decreased funding due to economic instability

• Funding remained the same

• Funding was redirected to military research

Which scientific field was most affected by the collapse of the Soviet Union?

• Astrophysics

• Genetics

• Nuclear physics

• Botany

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What was a major consequence of the Soviet Union's collapse on space exploration?

• Increased collaboration with NASA

• Complete halt of space missions

• Development of new space technologies

• Privatization of space research

How did the collapse of the Soviet Union affect environmental science research?

• Increased focus on renewable energy

• Neglect of environmental issues

• Improved environmental policies

• Expansion of environmental research

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What role did scientific innovation play in the economic recovery of post-Soviet states?

• It was the primary driver of economic growth

• It had no significant impact

• It was overshadowed by political reforms

• It contributed to technological advancements

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Which scientific collaboration was disrupted by the collapse of the Soviet Union?

• CERN projects

• International Space Station

• Human Genome Project

• Antarctic research

How did the collapse of the Soviet Union influence nuclear safety research?

• Increased international cooperation

• Decreased focus on safety

• No change in research priorities

• Shift towards renewable energy

What was the impact of the Soviet Union's collapse on agricultural science?

• Introduction of genetically modified crops

• Decline in agricultural research

• Increase in sustainable farming practices

• Expansion of agricultural exports

How did the collapse of the Soviet Union affect scientific education?

• Improved quality of education

• Decreased funding for education

• Increased international student exchange

• No significant impact

What was a significant scientific challenge faced by post-Soviet states?

• Lack of scientific talent

• Brain drain of scientists

• Overabundance of scientific resources

• Excessive government control