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The extreme temperatures in outer space are caused by what two things. |
1. exposure to sun's radiation 2. lack of an atmosphere |
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What needs to be controlled during space travel to protect astronauts from exposure to extreme temperatures? |
heat |
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Inside a spacecraft, heat from what needs to be controlled? |
electronic equipment |
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People were able to invent equipment to explore space, when they understood how to ________ ______. |
control heat |
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When the space shuttle reentered Earth's atmosphere, extreme temperatures were caused by ____. |
friction |
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Identify the way heat has been controlled for space probes. |
special gold paint, fluid-filled tubes, aerogel, and heaters |
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Identify the way heat has been controlled for space capsules. |
a material that melted and vaporized |
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Identify the way heat has been controlled for space shuttles. |
waterproof glass cloth and ceramic tiles |
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Identify the way heat has been controlled for the International Space Station. |
mylar and dacron blanket, ammonia-filled pipes |