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Astronomy

Science whose aim is the observation and knowledge of celestial bodies: position, movement, structure, evolution and so forth.
astronautics

ASTRONAUTICS

Science of navigation in space and all of its related human activities.

space probe

space probe

Unmanned craft launched in the direction of a celestial body in the solar system for purposes of studying it.

spacesuit

spacesuit

A pressurized watertight suit that provides the astronaut with oxygen and protects against solar rays and meteorites during space walks.

international space station

international space station

Complex made up of some 10 modules in orbit around Earth; built and assembled by 15 countries, it is used to conduct scientific and technological research on weightlessness.

space shuttle

space shuttle

Reusable manned space vehicle composed of an orbiter, two rockets and a fuel tank.