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Part 1: Space Basics
The crew of the space shuttle on STS-41 consider the science of orbitry, explaining how and why objects orbit a planet and demonstrate the requirements for getting into space, orbiting, and returning safely as well as the major components of the shuttle itself. They also trace the evolution and development of American rocketry from 75 years ago.Release
2000
Minutes
28
Grade Level
I-S
Format
DVD and VHS
The crew of the space shuttle on STS-41 consider the science of orbitry, explaining how and why objects orbit a planet and demonstrate the requirements for getting into space, orbiting, and returning safely as well as the major components of the shuttle itself. They also trace the evolution and development of American rocketry from 75 years ago.
This film is part of a series. The series title and other films in this series are listed below.
Liftoff To Learning: A Thirteen Part Series
- Part 1: Space Basics
- Part 10: Elelctrical Circuits In Space - The Electro-dynamics of the Tethered Satellites
- Part 11: Rendezvous with Math
- Part 12: Microgravity
- Part 13: A Pitch For Microgravity
- Part 2: Living And Newton in Space
- Part 3: Go For EVA!
- Part 4: All Systems Go
- Part 5: Assignment: Spacelab!
- Part 6: Atmosphere Below
- Part 7: Geography from Space
- Part 8: Voyage Of Endeavor
- Part 9: Forces And Motion - Dynamics of the Tethered Satellites
Pricing Details
Available Licenses
- University: $175
- Media Center: $175
- Individual School: $99
- Public Library: $110
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