Space-Exploration

=Space Exploration=


 * **__Introduction__**

Technologies have played an essential role in the study of space and in the emerging use of space environments. Our modern understanding of space has developed in conjunction with advances in techniques for viewing distant objects, for transmitting images and data through space, and for manned and unmanned space exploration. A study of space exploration provides an opportunity for students to examine how science and technology interact and to learn how one process augments the other. Students become aware that technologies developed to meet the challenges of space are applied to new purposes.

__**Focusing Questions**__

How have humans attained a presence in space? What technologies have been developed and on what scientific ideas are they based? How has the development of these technologies contributed to the exploration, use and understanding of space and to benefits on Earth?

__**Key Concepts**__

The following concepts are developed in this unit and may also be addressed in other units at other grade levels. The intended level and scope of treatment is defined by the outcomes below: Human Understanding of Earth and Space
 * technologies for space exploration and observation
 * reference frames for describing position and motion in space
 * satellites and orbits
 * distribution of matter through space
 * composition and characteristics of bodies in space
 * life-support technologies
 * communication technologies || [[image:space001.JPG width="434" height="326"]] ||

Developing Technologies for Space Exploration and Life in Space

The Science of Telescopes, Probes, and Remote Sensing Technologies

Issues and Opportunities Arising from the Application of Space Technology