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One of the laws of motion is that once something does start moving, it will move until something like friction stops it. In space there is very little to cause friction so things don't slow down much. Given enough time, intersteller gas and dust will stop a spacecraft but that could take thousands or millions of years.

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A space probe may be carried by a rocket into outer space what keep the probe moving after the rocket no longer pushes it?

Once the rocket stops pushing the probe, it continues moving due to its inertia. In the vacuum of space, without any air resistance to slow it down, the probe will keep moving at a constant velocity until acted upon by another force, such as gravity from a celestial body or a thruster on the probe itself.


A Career in Space Operations?

Outer space provides the world with literally endless possibilities, whether it be in communication techniques, weather forecasting, national security, or space exploration. These activities require the implementation of special space equipment, which must be managed, utilized, and cared for by specialists trained to deal with the unique conditions that outer space presents. Space operations officers adeptly manage outer space affairs and equipment. Space operations officers manage a spacecraft’s launching, flight, recovery, and landing. Some space operations officers are astronauts who command an outer space flight, or possibly serve as a crew member. They oversee the spacecraft’s navigation and care for its propulsion and steerage systems. It is also imperative that space operations officers keep close tabs on the movement and activities of foreign spacecraft. During the spacecraft’s orbit, the space operations officer must perform experiments designed to test the limits of outer space’s possibilities, whether the officer conducts these experiments from a control station on Earth or hands-on as an astronaut. Most space operations officers work for the military, although some civilian officers are also involved with the launching of spacecraft and control of spacecraft navigation. These officers oftentimes monitor and maintain private companies’ space satellites. Because they are constantly working with other officers and space engineers, space operations officers must work well in teams and have excellent people skills. These officers should have a talent for math and scientific research. To become a space operations officer, one must have at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or math. Completion of an extensive training program is also required, including additional classroom instruction, hands-on job experience, and a special NASA astronaut candidate training school segment. The starting salary for a space operations officer is about $68,000 per year, with more experienced officers earning up to $94,000 annually. The mysteries of outer space can only be explored by trained professionals who are backed by skilled workers that control the spacecraft and equipment. Space operations officers have the unique opportunity to experience the wonders of outer space both behind-the-scenes as a flight supervisor and hands-on as an astronaut. These officers boast one of the most exciting careers available to mankind.


Name three types of special equipment astronauts need to work in space?

Space suits: to protect astronauts from extreme temperatures, micrometeoroids, and provide oxygen. Extravehicular Mobility Units (EMUs): for spacewalks to enable astronauts to move and work outside the spacecraft. Tether systems: to keep astronauts connected to the spacecraft while working in space.


Why do astronauts wear spacesuits in the outer space?

Astronauts, Or Cosmonauts if you're Russian, Wear spacesuits in outer space because there is no Oxygen to breathe out in the inky vacuum of space. It is also very cold in space and the suits help keep the astronauts warm,they also offer various facilities for an astronaut. Such as communication devices to speak to each other or to their ship or base back on earth.


What are thrusters?

Thrusters are small engines (propulsive devices) used to move a spacecraft small amounts. They are used to adjust the position of a spacecraft to keep it in the same orbit or on the same path, and to keep it pointing in a desired direction. The can also be used to accelerate space probes slowly over long periods.

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How does the astronauts survive in the outer space?

The spacecraft that astronauts go up in, have their own life support systems which regulate conditions to keep the spacecraft hospitable.


A space probe may be carried by a rocket into outer space what keep the probe moving after the rocket no longer pushes it?

Once the rocket stops pushing the probe, it continues moving due to its inertia. In the vacuum of space, without any air resistance to slow it down, the probe will keep moving at a constant velocity until acted upon by another force, such as gravity from a celestial body or a thruster on the probe itself.


How is orbit and gravity related?

When it an object in space in moving it will keep moving at the same speed with the property of inertia. Then moon is an object that has inertia. Gravity keeps the moon from going off into outer space but inertia keeps the moon from crashing into the moon. Gravity and inertia have to be balanced in order for an object to remain in orbit.


A Career in Space Operations?

Outer space provides the world with literally endless possibilities, whether it be in communication techniques, weather forecasting, national security, or space exploration. These activities require the implementation of special space equipment, which must be managed, utilized, and cared for by specialists trained to deal with the unique conditions that outer space presents. Space operations officers adeptly manage outer space affairs and equipment. Space operations officers manage a spacecraft’s launching, flight, recovery, and landing. Some space operations officers are astronauts who command an outer space flight, or possibly serve as a crew member. They oversee the spacecraft’s navigation and care for its propulsion and steerage systems. It is also imperative that space operations officers keep close tabs on the movement and activities of foreign spacecraft. During the spacecraft’s orbit, the space operations officer must perform experiments designed to test the limits of outer space’s possibilities, whether the officer conducts these experiments from a control station on Earth or hands-on as an astronaut. Most space operations officers work for the military, although some civilian officers are also involved with the launching of spacecraft and control of spacecraft navigation. These officers oftentimes monitor and maintain private companies’ space satellites. Because they are constantly working with other officers and space engineers, space operations officers must work well in teams and have excellent people skills. These officers should have a talent for math and scientific research. To become a space operations officer, one must have at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or math. Completion of an extensive training program is also required, including additional classroom instruction, hands-on job experience, and a special NASA astronaut candidate training school segment. The starting salary for a space operations officer is about $68,000 per year, with more experienced officers earning up to $94,000 annually. The mysteries of outer space can only be explored by trained professionals who are backed by skilled workers that control the spacecraft and equipment. Space operations officers have the unique opportunity to experience the wonders of outer space both behind-the-scenes as a flight supervisor and hands-on as an astronaut. These officers boast one of the most exciting careers available to mankind.


What will happen if you keep on going and going into outer space?

You will die because you are fat!@#%


What happens to oscillations of a spring when it is in outer space?

In outer space there would be no resistance to movement, the spring would keep extending if there was no gravity till the force of tension caused it to stop


If you were in outer space and threw a ball how much force would be required to keep it moving through the vacuum of space?

In space, there is no air resistance to slow down an object in motion, so once you give the ball an initial push or force, it will keep moving at a constant velocity without any additional force needed to overcome friction or resistance.


What will you wear on a trip to the moon?

space suit is a complex system of garments, equipment and environmental systems designed to keep a person alive and comfortable in the harsh environment of outer space. This applies to extra-vehicular activity (EVA) outside spacecraft orbiting Earth, and has applied to walking, and riding the Lunar Rover, on the Moon.


Is a force needed to keep a moving spacecraft moving in a straight line?

It depends where the space craft is. If it is in deep space far away from any large mass (like a planet, star, etc) then the answer is no. If it is close to a mass then the answer is yes. An equal and opposite force is required to balance the gravitational force to keep it moving in a straight line.


What is plueral space?

space between your inner and outer pleura tissues; located in your lungs. It contains a liquid that provides lubrication to keep the inner and outer pleura in sequence during respiration.


Would a fan keep you cool in space?

A fan would not keep you cool in space because since there's no air in outer space, there is no wind. If there's no wind, then the fan would be blowing nothing towards you.


What fuels space satilites?

Once they are in orbit, no additional fuel is required to keep them moving.