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Unit 9 Test
Test Description: Characteristics of the Solar System
Instructions: Answer all questions to get your test result.
1) Which of the following factors is not essential for supporting life on Earth?
A
atmosphere containing oxygen
B
distance of the sun
C
water in a liquid form
D
advanced technology
2) It has been suggested that life could exist on Mars. Which characteristic best supports the possibility of life on Mars?
A
Water molecules have been found on Mars surface.
B
The tilt of Mars on its axis is very similar to Earth, causing similar seasons.
C
95% of the atmosphere on Mars is made up of CO2.
D
Mars and Earth are similar in size, shape, and density.
3) Scientists have found evidence that in the past there may have been liquid water on the surface of the planet Mars. Why would scientists be interested in this information?
A
Martians might be afraid of water.
B
Life has only been found where there is water.
C
This means there is currently life on Mars.
D
Earth could get water from Mars if necessary.
4) On a space mission, the gravitational environment can negatively affect the bone density of astronauts. Which accommodation will most likely protect the bone health of the crew on a space mission?
A
Engaging in a daily routine using exercise equipment.
B
Wearing protective clothing while inside the space vehicle.
C
Drinking extra fluids.
D
Eating more calories.
5) An astronaut's suit provides for the basic needs of the astronaut. Which of the following is NOT an accommodation provided by the astronaut's suit?
A
Insulation
B
Waste management
C
Air pressure
D
Microgravity
6) The insulated feature of space suit layers are designed to --
A
trap excessive CO2
B
regulate temperature
C
protect from radiation
D
provide pure O2
7) How does the space suit backpack help astronauts breathe in a space environment?
A
Provides O2, for inhaling and canisters to collect CO2
B
Stabilized an internal temperature of 22 degrees C or 72 degrees F
C
Maintains air pressure to keep bodily fluids from boiling
D
Collects urine and solid wastes
8) What work of Sir Isaac Newton helped others to understand and overcome the obstacles of modern space travel?
A
discovery of gravity
B
construction of simple rockets
C
invention of electromagnetism
D
laws of planetary motion
9) All of the following are ways that the atmosphere makes the existence of life on earth possible EXCEPT -
A
maintains a constant temperature
B
shields Earth from small collisions
C
allows for gas exchange between plants and animals
D
offers protection from radiation
10) The equipment inside of a space vehicle must be attached by cords to accommodate for which factor?
A
microgravity
B
radiation
C
friction
D
pressure
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