Intro to Space Science

Space science explores the universe, covering fields like astrophysics, cosmochemistry, and astrogeology. It addresses questions about the universe's origin, life beyond Earth, and human colonization. Space weather affects satellites and Earth, highlighting the importance of understanding solar activity. Space science supports modern technology and seeks answers to fundamental questions about our existence.

What does space science primarily focus on?

• The analysis of human anatomy

• The investigation of ocean depths

• The exploration of the universe

• The study of Earth's core

Which branch of space science applies physics and chemistry to celestial bodies?

• Astrogeology

• Cosmochemistry

• Space medicine

• Astrophysics

What is the focus of cosmochemistry?

• The study of celestial bodies' physical properties

• The composition of matter in the universe

• The geological features of Earth

• The impact of space weather on satellites

What significant discovery has been made about Mars?

• It has the hottest surface temperature in the solar system

• It has the tallest mountain in the solar system

• It has the most moons in the solar system

• It has the largest ocean in the solar system

How can solar activity affect Earth?

• By disrupting telecommunications and power grids

• By causing earthquakes

• By increasing Earth's gravity

• By changing the Earth's orbit