#1
Which of the following is not a major survival challenge in extraterrestrial environments?
High oxygen levels
ExplanationExtraterrestrial environments lack oxygen.
#2
Which planet in our solar system is considered the most suitable for human colonization besides Earth?
Mars
ExplanationMars is the most suitable for human colonization.
#3
What is a major concern regarding food production in extraterrestrial environments?
Limited water supply
ExplanationWater scarcity affects food production in space.
#4
Which component of spacesuits helps astronauts manage temperature in space?
Thermal insulation
ExplanationThermal insulation regulates astronaut temperature.
#5
What is one of the primary challenges in maintaining water resources in extraterrestrial habitats?
Limited availability of ice
ExplanationWater scarcity due to limited ice availability.
#6
Which of the following is a potential hazard associated with dust on the surface of Mars?
It obstructs solar panels
ExplanationMars dust obstructs solar panels, posing a hazard.
#7
What is one of the main concerns regarding air quality in closed-loop life support systems on spacecraft?
High carbon dioxide concentrations
ExplanationHigh CO2 levels are a concern in closed-loop systems.
#8
What is a primary concern regarding psychological health in long-duration space missions?
Risk of depression and isolation
ExplanationLong missions increase risks of depression and isolation.
#9
Which type of radiation is a significant health risk for astronauts in space?
Galactic cosmic radiation
ExplanationGalactic cosmic radiation poses health risks in space.
#10
Which technology is being explored to produce oxygen for sustaining human life on Mars?
MOXIE (Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment)
ExplanationMOXIE is used to produce oxygen on Mars.
#11
What is one potential risk associated with prolonged exposure to microgravity?
Muscle atrophy
ExplanationMicrogravity leads to muscle atrophy.
#12
Which of the following is a key challenge in protecting humans from cosmic radiation during long-duration space missions?
Building thick spacecraft walls
ExplanationThick walls protect against cosmic radiation.