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Since the moon has no atmosphere sound will not travel. An astronaut would need to use a radio to talk to another even if they were only a few feet apart.

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Why did astronauts use radios to talk on the moon?

There are many reasons, but significant ones are related to available atmosphere. The astronauts must stay in their space suits to get breathable air. Denser air is better for the transmition of sound. So it is hard to get sound to go through the space suit and then hard to get it to go through the low density atmosphere of the moon. Radios are easier and can go much farther.


Why do astronauts in space have to use radios to talk to each other?

Astronauts in space use radios to communicate because sound cannot travel in the vacuum of space, where there is no air to carry sound waves. Radios convert voice into electromagnetic signals, which can travel through the vacuum and be received by other radios. This communication is essential for coordinating tasks, sharing information, and ensuring safety during missions. Additionally, radio communication allows astronauts to stay in contact with mission control on Earth.


How many astronauts died on the moon?

No astronauts have died on the moon. All astronauts who have traveled to the moon returned safely to Earth.


Do astronauts need to walk on the moon?

Astronauts do not need to walk on the moon to conduct experiments or gather samples. They can use rovers and specialized equipment to explore the surface without walking. Walking on the moon would be difficult due to the moon's low gravity and lack of atmosphere.


How do astronauts slow their spacecraft down when approaching the moon?

Astronauts use small bursts from little jets pointed in the direction of travel to slow down the ship when they approach the moon.

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Why did astronauts use radios to talk on the moon?

There are many reasons, but significant ones are related to available atmosphere. The astronauts must stay in their space suits to get breathable air. Denser air is better for the transmition of sound. So it is hard to get sound to go through the space suit and then hard to get it to go through the low density atmosphere of the moon. Radios are easier and can go much farther.


Can astronauts hear each other?

As there is no air , it is difficult , but astronauts use radios.


How do astronauts communicate outside the space shuttle?

They use radios built in their space suits.


Why do astronauts who land on moon talk through wireless sets using radio waves?

Sound needs air to travel through, and as there's no air on the moon. Astronauts have to use radios to talk to each other when in an envrionment without air. Radio waves travel through space and have no trouble traveling where there's no air.


What do astronauts use to go to the moon?

Space Ships


How many astronauts died on the moon?

No astronauts have died on the moon. All astronauts who have traveled to the moon returned safely to Earth.


What was the name of the astronauts that littered the moon?

No astronauts littered the moon.


Can astronauts speak in space?

Yes, astronauts talk in space, as they always have acess to oxygen.(using radios)


Do astronauts need to walk on the moon?

Astronauts do not need to walk on the moon to conduct experiments or gather samples. They can use rovers and specialized equipment to explore the surface without walking. Walking on the moon would be difficult due to the moon's low gravity and lack of atmosphere.


What did astronauts live on the moon?

While on the moon the astronauts lived in their lunar module.


How many Apollo astronauts were on the moon?

There were a total of 12 astronauts who walked on the moon.


The statement that astronauts on the Moon are weightless is?

The statement that astronauts on the Moon are weightless is true.