Space Junk - 9781684507283

Space junk is any human-made object in orbit around Earth that no longer has a use—and it’s a huge problem. This debris includes anything from large satellites and rocket parts to tiny screws and paint chips. Space junk can damage a spacecraft—and also cause issues for humans on Earth. This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact boxes, sidebars, a glossary, an index, and places to go for more information. Technology has allowed people to explore space—from building and launching spacecraft to walking on the moon and finding black holes! Tech Bytes: Exploring Space takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology. This series supports STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact boxes, sidebars, a glossary, an index, and places to go for more information.

• | Author: Joyce Markovics
• | Publisher: Norwood House Press
• | Publication Date: Jan 15, 2023
• | Number of Pages: 48 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover
• | ISBN-10: 1684507286
• | ISBN-13: 9781684507283