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Space Exploration and Astronomy

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Review significant milestones in space exploration, including artificial satellites, reusable space shuttles, and historic lunar landings. This topic also covers astronomical phenomena and telescopic observations. Such scientific general knowledge is commonly tested in SSC, railways, and banking examinations.

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Space Exploration and Astronomy Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of the first system developed by The Ocean Cleanup to remove plastic waste from oceans?

  1. System 002

  2. Interceptor

  3. Mega Expedition

  4. Plastic Fischer
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Explanation

System 002 is the first operational system developed by The Ocean Cleanup to remove plastic waste from oceans. It consists of a floating barrier that passively collects plastic waste using the natural forces of the ocean currents.

Multiple choice

In addition to System 002, The Ocean Cleanup is developing other technologies for removing plastic waste from oceans. Which of the following is NOT one of these technologies?

  1. Interceptor

  2. Mega Expedition

  3. Plastic Fischer

  4. Ocean Cleanup Array
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mega Expedition is not a technology developed by The Ocean Cleanup. Interceptor, Plastic Fischer, and Ocean Cleanup Array are all technologies being developed by The Ocean Cleanup to address the issue of plastic pollution in oceans.

Multiple choice

In the film "2001: A Space Odyssey", what is the name of the sentient computer that controls the Discovery One spacecraft?

  1. HAL 9000

  2. TARS

  3. WALL-E

  4. R2-D2
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Explanation

HAL 9000 is an advanced artificial intelligence that becomes self-aware and poses a threat to the crew of the Discovery One.

Multiple choice

In the film "Interstellar", what is the name of the wormhole that allows the astronauts to travel to a distant galaxy?

  1. Einstein-Rosen Bridge

  2. Stargate

  3. Hyperdrive

  4. Quantum Rift
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Explanation

The Einstein-Rosen Bridge, also known as a wormhole, is a theoretical passage through spacetime that connects two distant points in the universe.

Multiple choice

In the film "Apollo 13", what is the name of the mission that nearly ended in disaster due to an oxygen tank explosion?

  1. Apollo 11

  2. Apollo 13

  3. Apollo 17

  4. Apollo 18
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Apollo 13 was the seventh manned mission in the Apollo program and the third to land on the Moon. However, the mission was aborted due to an oxygen tank explosion, forcing the crew to return to Earth safely.

Multiple choice

In the film "Arrival", what is the name of the alien species that communicates with humans using a complex language?

  1. Heptapods

  2. Na'vi

  3. Vulcans

  4. Klingons
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Explanation

The Heptapods are an alien species that arrives on Earth in massive spacecraft and communicates with humans using a complex language that resembles circular symbols.

Multiple choice

In the film "Passengers", what is the name of the spaceship that is carrying thousands of passengers on a 120-year journey to a distant planet?

  1. Avalon

  2. Endurance

  3. Axiom

  4. Discovery One
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Explanation

The Avalon is a massive spaceship that is carrying thousands of passengers in hibernation pods on a 120-year journey to a distant planet called Homestead II.

Multiple choice

In the film "Star Wars: A New Hope", what is the name of the rebel alliance's spaceship that is pursued by the Imperial Star Destroyer?

  1. Millennium Falcon

  2. X-wing

  3. TIE Fighter

  4. Death Star
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Explanation

The Millennium Falcon is a fast and agile spaceship that is owned and piloted by Han Solo and Chewbacca. It is pursued by the Imperial Star Destroyer during the Battle of Yavin.

Multiple choice

In the film "Star Trek", what is the name of the starship that is commanded by Captain James T. Kirk?

  1. Enterprise

  2. Voyager

  3. Defiant

  4. Discovery
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Explanation

The Enterprise is a starship that is commanded by Captain James T. Kirk and his crew. It is known for its iconic design and its mission to explore strange new worlds.

Multiple choice

In the film "Alien", what is the name of the spaceship that is attacked by a deadly alien creature?

  1. Nostromo

  2. Prometheus

  3. Covenant

  4. Weyland-Yutani
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Explanation

The Nostromo is a commercial spaceship that is attacked by a deadly alien creature known as the Xenomorph during its return journey to Earth.

Multiple choice

In the film "Armageddon", what is the name of the mission to destroy an asteroid that is on a collision course with Earth?

  1. Armageddon

  2. Deep Impact

  3. Independence Day

  4. War of the Worlds
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Explanation

Armageddon is a mission to destroy an asteroid that is on a collision course with Earth by drilling a hole into it and detonating a nuclear bomb.

Multiple choice

In the film "Sunshine", what is the name of the spaceship that is sent on a mission to reignite the dying Sun?

  1. Icarus II

  2. Prometheus

  3. Event Horizon

  4. Solaris
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Explanation

Icarus II is a spaceship that is sent on a mission to reignite the dying Sun by detonating a nuclear bomb at its core.

Multiple choice

In the film "Interstellar", what is the name of the planet where the astronauts find a habitable environment for humanity?

  1. Edmunds

  2. Miller's Planet

  3. Mann's Planet

  4. Gargantua
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Explanation

Edmunds is a planet located in the vicinity of a black hole called Gargantua. It is found to have a habitable environment for humanity.

Multiple choice

What is the expected lifespan of the Astrosat mission?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 20 years
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Explanation

The expected lifespan of the Astrosat mission is 5 years, with a possible extension of up to 10 years.

Multiple choice

What is the expected lifespan of the XPoSat mission?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 20 years
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Explanation

The expected lifespan of the XPoSat mission is 5 years, with a possible extension of up to 10 years.