Quiz 19 - 5.5 - 5.7 Flashcards
1
Q
An unmanned craft launched specifically to explore the unknown
A
space probe
2
Q
A satellite that is always above the same location on the earth is said to be in what type of orbit?
A
geostationary orbit
3
Q
satellites that help defend a nation against attack
A
Military satellites
4
Q
A satellite that assists astronomers in their study
A
astronomical satellite
5
Q
This type of satellite allows airplanes, ships, and other vehicles to pinpoint their exact location
A
Navigational satellites
6
Q
the large space station developed by over 15 nations
A
International Space Station
7
Q
the first space station; launched by Russia
A
Salyut I
8
Q
the first American space station
A
Skylah
9
Q
designed so that other space stations could be attached
A
Mir
10
Q
the first spacecraft designed to be reused
A
space shuttle
