International Space Station Experiments Quiz

What is the payload capacity of the Antares rocket?

• 5,000 kg

• 10,000 kg

• 8,000 kg

• 12,000 kg

What is the significance of naming the NG-15 capsule after Katherine Johnson?

• She discovered the C. Elegans worm

• She was the first female astronaut

• She was a key mathematician in early space missions

• She designed the Antares rocket

What is the primary purpose of the MISSE-FF experiment?

• To test materials in space

• To study muscle atrophy

• To test new rocket engines

• To ferment grape juice

What organism is used in the NemaFlex experiment to study muscle atrophy?

• Fruit flies

• Bacteria

• C. Elegans worms

• Mice

Why are C. Elegans worms considered a good model organism for space experiments?

• They have a short lifespan

• Their entire genome has been sequenced

• They are large and easy to observe

• They are resistant to radiation

What is the main goal of the grape juice fermentation experiment in space?

• To study the effects of microgravity on fermentation

• To produce high-quality wine

• To improve astronaut nutrition

• To test new fermentation equipment

What is the role of microbiota in the grape juice fermentation experiment?

• To enhance the flavor of the juice

• To break down the juice into alcohol

• To increase the yield of the juice

• To prevent spoilage

How long will the grape juice fermentation process be monitored in space?

• 20 days

• 15 days

• 10 days

• 5 days

What is the purpose of the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) call to action?

• To recruit new astronauts

• To gather new experiment concepts for the ISS

• To promote space tourism

• To develop new space technologies

By when does CASIS require concept submissions for ISS experiments?

• February 25, 2021

• February 20, 2021

• February 15, 2021

• March 1, 2021