4 Current and future microgravity research
You should now watch Video 4, which is an interview with two research scientists at The Open University, both working in their respective fields in space engineering. After watching the video, complete Activity 4.
Activity 4 The future of microgravity research
Choose the correct option for the following questions and statements.
1. What does ISRU stand for?
a.
Industrial Statistics Research Unit
b.
International Science and Research University
c.
Iranian Silk Road Ultramarathon
d.
In situ resource utilisation
e.
International Society of Reading University
The correct answer is d.
2. What is both a primary resource to support humans and also a component of rocket fuel?
a.
Carbon
b.
Water
c.
Oxygen
d.
Hydrogen
e.
Hydrocarbons
The correct answer is b.
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