How Do We Launch Things into Space

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You’ve probably seen beautiful photos of Earth and the other planets in our solar system. Those photos were often captured by spacecraft – robotic explorers doing their work far away from Earth. But how exactly do we send these spacecraft so far away? Well, it all starts with a rocket. A really, really big one. • Comprehension Questions: • 1. True or False: A rocket needs to get going to 17,800 MPH to thrust into Earth’s atmosphere and stay in orbit. • 2. An object in space that orbits around a large object is called a ___________. • 3. What is the name of the circular path that satellites follow around Earth? • 4. The balance of momentum and _________ can keep a satellite in orbit for many years. • Answer Key: • 1. True • 2. Satellite • 3. Orbit • 4. Gravity • Learn more at • https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/launching... • Find more fun videos, games, and articles about space and Earth science at https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/

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