Artemis II crew set to return to Earth after historic moon mission
CNA • 2026-04-10T02:51:44Z • 9:42:00 • intermediate • Science
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The Artemis II mission marks a historic journey as astronauts return to Earth after orbiting the moon, showcasing the incredible advancements in space exploration. Join us as we dive into the thrilling details of their journey home!
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astronauts
/ˈæstrəˌnɔts/
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Individuals trained to travel and work in space.
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The astronauts prepared for their mission by undergoing rigorous training.
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re-entry
/riˈɛntri/
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The process of returning to Earth's atmosphere from space.
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The spacecraft's re-entry was closely monitored by mission control.
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ablation
/əˈbleɪʃən/
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The process of removing material from the surface of an object, often due to heat or friction.
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The heat shield experienced ablation to protect the spacecraft during re-entry.
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gravity
/ˈɡrævɪti/
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The force that attracts a body toward the center of the Earth, or toward any other physical body having mass.
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Gravity is what keeps us anchored to the ground.
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trajectory
/trəˈdʒɛktəri/
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The path followed by a projectile or an object moving under the action of given forces.
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The rocket's trajectory was calculated to ensure it would reach the moon safely.
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scrutiny
/ˈskruːtəni/
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Critical observation or examination.
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The new technology underwent intense scrutiny before being approved for use in the mission.
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