Handprints on Hubble Quiz

What unique feature of the Hubble Space Telescope allows astronauts to interact with it during servicing missions?

• It is equipped with human-scale latches and handrails.

• It can be remotely controlled from Earth.

• It has a self-repair mechanism.

• It has a built-in communication system.

How has the Hubble Space Telescope evolved since its launch?

• It has been decommissioned.

• It has remained unchanged since its launch.

• It has been upgraded with modern technology and instruments.

• It has been replaced by a newer telescope.

What was one of the key challenges faced by astronauts during the final servicing mission to Hubble?

• Communicating with mission control.

• Dealing with extreme temperatures.

• Finding the correct orbit for Hubble.

• Removing hundreds of tiny screws in bulky space suits.

What mechanism was installed during the final servicing mission to ensure Hubble's future safety?

• A new solar panel system.

• A soft-capture mechanism for robotic servicing.

• An advanced communication array.

• A self-destruct system.

What is the expected operational lifespan of the Hubble Space Telescope after the final servicing mission?

• Until 2020 and possibly longer.

• Until 2015.

• Until 2030.

• It was decommissioned immediately after the mission.