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Apollo Moon Missions
The Apollo Moon Missions were a series of NASA missions that put 12 men on the moon through six space flights during 1961-1975. This category is for questions and answers about those missions.
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No, Apollo 11 did not crash. It successfully landed on the moon on July 20, 1969, with astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin being the first humans to set foot on its surface. The mission then returned safely to Earth.
Apollo 8 was the first mission to fly to the moon. Although it did not land on the moon, it was the first manned lunar mission. The crew consisted of astronauts Frank Borman, James Lovell, and William Anders.
When was the date flight of Alan Shepard?
Alan Shepard took off on Freedom 7 on May 5, 1961. This actually was a delayed flight though. The original flight was set to take place in October of 1960.This as then delayed to March 6,1961, which was also delayed to May 5, 1961 when Freedom 7 took off.
What date did Apollo 17 land on sea of serenity?
Apollo 17 landed on December 7, 1972 at 19:54 (GMT) or 2:54 pm Eastern Standard Time
(And "Sea of Serenity" is correct for Apollo 17, the "Sea of Tranquility" was the landing site for Apollo 11)
What was the first food eaten on the moon?
The first food eaten on the moon was a communion wafer by astronaut Buzz Aldrin during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.
Does Alan Shepard have any brothers or sisters?
All I know is that he has a brother that is my friend's dad. Her name is Carly Shulman and it is her dad that is his brother
Why did no Apollo missions land on the far side of the moon?
The far side of the moon is lit by the sun just as much as the near side. The true reason for landing on the near side instead of the far side has to do with communications, as we did not have comm satellites orbiting the moon during the Apollo missions.
The near side was just much more practical than the far side.
What did they use the Apollo 11 flotation bags for?
the floatation bags and collor were used to upright the command module incase it was to turn over upside down with the ruff sea's and wind. if the capsule landed in the ocean and turned over with its nose underwater, the balloons would inflate and turn the capsule upright. the collor was put on by navy divers to help keep the capsule afloat while getting the astronauts out. the divers also added a anker to the module to keep it from drifting out to sea. it has happened that acouple capsule have capsized with the astronauts and nose underwater cause the float balloons have failed.
Could an astronaut land on the dark side of the moon?
The term "dark side of the moon" is a misnomer, as the moon experiences day and night like Earth. Astronauts could land on the far side of the moon - the side that is never visible from Earth - but communications with Earth would be challenging and require relay satellites.
What first food eaten by Apollo 11 astronauts?
The first meal eaten by the Apollo 11 astronauts was bacon squares, peaches, sugar cookie cubes, pineapple grapefruit drink, and coffee.
Who was with Neil Armstrong when he was on the moon?
Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin also walked on the moon.
Michael Collins remained in lunar orbit in the Command Module 'Columbia'. Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin was with Neil Armstrong when he stepped on the moon from the Lunar Module. Micheal Collins waited in orbit in the Command Module.
Why do you see only part of the moon at a time?
The Moon's rotation and orbit around Earth cause us to see only one hemisphere of the Moon from Earth. This means that we can only see the parts of the Moon where sunlight is hitting, creating different phases as the Moon orbits Earth.
How many days does it take to fly to the moon?
I think it takes about a year to get to the moon, travelling at a fast pace (like in a rocket). If you don't believe me, look it up at www.space.com. It may help you.
Who is the Indian who visited to moon?
No Indian has visited the Moon. Only astronauts from the United States have walked on the Moon during the Apollo missions. India's space agency, ISRO, has sent spacecraft to orbit the Moon, like the Chandrayaan missions.
What did scientists learn from lunar samples brought back by Apollo astronauts?
Among other things, they were able to discover the geological make up, the age, and the most likely origin of the moon.
Rocks identified as the moons original crust (specifically the Genesis rock from Apollo 16) matched exactly rocks of the same age found here on Earth. This has gone a long way towards proving the moon was formed ~4.5 billion years ago when a Mars sized planetoid struck the still-cooling earth, throwing billions of tons of rock into space. That rock eventually coalesced into our closest neighbor.
Who were the three astronauts aboard the Apollo 11 mission?
The three astronauts aboard the Apollo 11 mission were Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the moon while Michael Collins remained in lunar orbit.
Who are Neil Armstrong's brothers and sisters?
Neil Armstrong had a younger brother named Dean Armstrong. He did not have any sisters.
What is the first landing on the moon conspiracy therory?
The main conspiracy theory surrounding the first moon landing in 1969 is that it was staged by the U.S. government to win the Space Race against the Soviet Union. Some believe that the footage was filmed on a soundstage and that the entire Apollo 11 mission was a hoax. However, there is overwhelming evidence to support the authenticity of the moon landing.
What was the outcome of Apollo 13?
it was the third lunar landing attempt. the mission aborted after the rupture of the service module oxygen tank. classified as "successful failure", because of the experience of the rescuing crew. Spent upper stage successfully impacted on the moon.
How long were the men on the moon?
only a few hours since they only can hold a certain amount of oxygen in their suits at a time.
What was the first missions name?
san Diego de alcala was the first mission in CALIFORNIA
Mission San Diego de Alcala
How far did Alan Shepherd hit a golf ball on the moon?
Alan Shepard hit two golf balls on the moon during the Apollo 14 mission in 1971. The first ball traveled about 24 yards, and the second ball was estimated to have gone around 200-400 yards due to the reduced gravitational pull on the moon.
What is the value of a solid bronze moon medal 1969?
The value of a solid bronze moon medal from 1969 can vary depending on factors such as condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. You may want to consult with a reputable antique dealer or check online auction sites to get an idea of its current market value.
Did the people on Apollo 13 die?
No. They all returned back to Earth in full health. Albeit a little shaken by the event
