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Space Exploration

Space exploration involves studying outer space through various technologies and has key milestones such as the launch of Sputnik 1 and the Apollo 11 moon landing. It offers benefits like technological advancements and scientific discoveries but faces challenges including high costs and health risks for astronauts. The future includes plans for human missions to Mars and the growth of space tourism.

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Space Exploration

Space exploration involves studying outer space through various technologies and has key milestones such as the launch of Sputnik 1 and the Apollo 11 moon landing. It offers benefits like technological advancements and scientific discoveries but faces challenges including high costs and health risks for astronauts. The future includes plans for human missions to Mars and the growth of space tourism.

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Space Exploration

1. Definition

Space exploration is the study of outer space using satellites, telescopes, and spacecraft.

2. Key Milestones

 1957: Sputnik 1 – First artificial satellite (Soviet Union).


 1969: Apollo 11 – First human moon landing (USA).
 2021-Present: Mars exploration – Rovers like Perseverance explore Mars.

3. Benefits of Space Exploration

✅ Advances in technology (e.g., GPS, satellite communication)


✅ Scientific discoveries about planets and galaxies
✅ Potential for human colonization of other planets

4. Challenges

❌ High costs of space missions


❌ Space debris increasing the risk of collisions
❌ Physical and mental health risks for astronauts

5. Future of Space Exploration

 Plans for human missions to Mars


 Space tourism industry growth
 Development of space-based solar power

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