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The Challenger exploded because the primary and secondary O-rings were stiff from cold weather. They were not put in correctly and not checked. Hot gases leaked thorugh the O-rings and mixed with the fire from take off. The external tank then caught on fire and soon the Challenger exploded, killing the seven passengers including Christa McAuliffe.
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What was the name of the space shuttle in The Challenger disaster?
The name of the space shuttle was Challenger.
Which space shuttle Challenger or Endeavor had more traveling time?
challenger
What was the altitude for the challenger explosion?
The Challenger explosion occurred at an altitude of about 46,000 feet.
What number of flights did The Challenger make?
The Challenger space shuttle completed nine successful flights before the tragic Challenger disaster in 1986.
Where did the name for the space shuttle Challenger originate?
The Space Shuttle Challenger was named after the H.M.S. Challenger, a 19th Century British Naval ship that was later converted into a marine research vessel. The Challenger Expedition was a major contributor to modern Oceanography.
Which amplifier is better the alpine mrp-1000 or sony explod?
Alpine by far.
How much is a Sony Explod touch screen stereo?
More than you can afford
What do you call a person who makes a challenge?
a challenger
What happens to the human body when exposed to microgravity?
I think that the body can get very sick and explod!
What will happen if you reduce the amount of baking soda in a vinegar cake?
the baking soda will explod!!!!
My baby hamster has wet tail and is also grunting.Is she in pain?
sorry but they normally explod after that
What do Erie American tribe homes look like?
The coke will explod (diet coke works better )
What nicknames does Michael Challenger go by?
Michael Challenger goes by Challenger.
What is a sentence for challenger?
Do we have a challenger to take on my champion.The Challenger disaster was completely avoidable.
What makes soda explod?
Pressure build up makes soda explode.
What is a antonym for challenger?
Non challenger
Which car is faster by a corvette or a SRT challenger?
a srt challenger
