Chapter 12 part iv
Astronauts Crew for space ships and stations. High trained specialists, only 400 so far. Scientists Specialist in specific fields of science. Engineers Designers of technology used in space exploration
Doctors Specialists in Physiology Pilots Experts in flying Technicians Experts in the construction and maintenance of technology
positivesnegatives Medical Industrial Agricultural Meteorological Military
risk of equipment failure malfunction during takeoff collision with space debris heat shield not protecting the spacecraft Radiation Poisoning from the sun and cosmic rays.
Read “The Great Space Debate” on page 466. Pick either a side for the debate and make your case in favour or against space exploration. Present your argument as Short essay Power point Poster Brochure Poem Song Commercial Etc.