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How much energy is required for the space shuttle to return to earth?
The space shuttle required approximately 500 million Joules of energy for re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere. This energy was mainly used to slow down the shuttle and withstand the heat generated during re-entry.
Can the space shuttle fly to the moon?
No, the space shuttle was designed for missions in low Earth orbit and did not have the capability to fly to the moon. The Apollo missions, not the space shuttle, were responsible for sending humans to the moon.
Does a shuttle launch create energy?
A shuttle launch does not create energy. Instead, it expends stored energy from its fuel sources to propel the shuttle into space.
What forms of energy are needed for a space shuttle to take off?
chemical energy
How is a space shuttle an example of chemical energy?
Because when it is launched the chemical energy in the fuel is converted to kinetic energy of the space vehicle.
How does a parachute help stop the space shuttle?
It increases the amount of drag, since the space shuttle doesn't have thrust reversers like an airliner would.
Why does The Space Shuttle Heat up when it is Travelling through the Earth's Atmosphere?
Because of the enormous amount of friction between Earth's atmosphere and the Space Shuttle.
How many years does it take to make a space shuttle?
It takes five years for a space shuttle to be built for a mission. It can cost an estimated amount of $2 billion.
How many times can a space shuttle be used?
Space shuttles were designed for multiple missions, but they required extensive refurbishment between flights. The average number of flights for a single shuttle was around 25-30 missions. Each shuttle was retired after completing its designated mission count.
How fast does a space shuttle go in mph when it is in space?
At least 17,500 MPH which is the speed required to stay in orbit.
Why cant space shuttles be made larger and larger?
Simply because of the amount of energy required to put it into orbit.
What space shuttle will you use to get to Saturn?
The space shuttle is not capable of leaving low earth orbit, a rocket like what the Apollo missions used (although much bigger) would be required.
