These will be discussed and their impact on space travel will be shown through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Living and working in outer space is an integral part of space travel. Spacesuits, living quarters, food and recreation will be covered. Breathable air and waste recycling are important considerations. These will be covered in a Space Station activity.
Distance is an important, yet hard concept for students to understand.
This includes the definitions of light year and astronomical unit. We will investigate what is the fastest travel speed, and just how far away planets, moons, stars, etc. Activities will cover these topics.