Lucy's Journey: Episode 4 - "Instruments"

The video tutorial introduces a mission to explore Trojan asteroids, detailing the instruments on board. The Larouche instrument captures color images using visible and infrared light, while the Glory camera provides detailed surface images. The Latessa spectrometer measures surface temperatures to determine if they are rocky or dusty. Tracking cameras ensure asteroids remain in view, and a high-gain antenna facilitates communication with Earth. The mission is powered by large solar panels, making it the farthest solar-powered mission from the sun.

What is the purpose of the spacecraft's visit to the main belt asteroid, Donald Johansson?

• To collect samples from the asteroid

• To check the spacecraft's instruments

• To communicate with Earth

• To land on the asteroid

Which instrument is responsible for capturing color images of the Trojan asteroids?

• T2 cams

• Larouche

• Glory

• Latessa

What does the Glory instrument primarily do?

• Measures temperature

• Captures detailed surface images

• Tracks asteroids

• Communicates with Earth

How do scientists measure the mass of each asteroid?

• Through radio signals

• With the help of solar panels

• Using the Larouche instrument

• By collecting samples

What is the significance of the solar panels on the spacecraft?

• They help in landing on asteroids

• They provide electrical power for the mission

• They are used for communication with Earth

• They measure the mass of asteroids