Why do rockets not travel in a straight line to space?

Rocket Launch Techniques and Concepts

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They want to avoid air resistance.
They are designed to follow a curved path.
They aim to enter Earth's orbit efficiently.
They need to conserve fuel for landing.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary reason rockets launch vertically?
To avoid air traffic.
To follow a traditional design.
To conserve fuel.
To reach a high altitude quickly.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At what speed does a rocket travel by the end of the first minute of ascent?
2000 km/h
1200 km/h
800 km/h
1609 km/h
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main objective of most rockets after launch?
To travel to Mars.
To enter Earth's orbit.
To reach the moon.
To return to the launch pad.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term for the technique used to optimize a rocket's trajectory?
Orbital maneuver
Vertical ascent
Parabolic flight
Gravity turn
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one benefit of the gravity turn technique?
It increases the rocket's speed.
It reduces aerodynamic stress.
It allows for a faster launch.
It decreases fuel consumption.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the gravity turn technique help in conserving fuel?
By reducing the launch time.
By using Earth's gravity to change direction.
By minimizing air resistance.
By increasing the rocket's speed.
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