“Space exploration” offers a captivating and inspiring topic for ESL learners, just like you! By delving into the mysteries of the cosmos, you can expand your vocabulary related to science, technology, and history. Today’s vocabulary is aimed to ignite curiosity and imagination, encouraging you to dream big and explore the limitless possibilities of space. Let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

1. Astronaut (Noun): A person trained by a space agency to travel in space.

2. Rocket (Noun): A vehicle that obtains thrust from a reaction engine that expels high-speed gas.

3. Space Station (Noun): A large artificial satellite, often modular, designed to support a human crew living and working in outer space.

4. Asteroid (Noun): A small rocky body orbiting the Sun.

5. Comet (Noun): A celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust and a tail of gas and dust particles.EXAMPLE SENTENCES

1. Astronaut

   • Astronauts spend months training for space missions.

   • Astronauts conduct experiments and research in space.

   • Astronauts are pioneers of space exploration.

2. Rocket

   • Rockets are used to launch spacecraft into orbit.

   • Rockets have powerful engines to overcome Earth's gravity.

   • Rockets have played a crucial role in space exploration.

3. Space Station

   • The International Space Station is a major hub for space research.

   • Space stations provide a platform for scientific experiments.

   • Space stations can be used to study the effects of long-duration spaceflight on the human body.
     

4. Asteroid

   • Asteroids are remnants of the early solar system.

   • Some asteroids pose a potential threat to Earth.

   • Asteroids can be mined for valuable resources.
     

5. Comet  

   • Comets are often visible from Earth with the naked eye.

   • Comets have long, sweeping tails that can be millions of kilometers long.

   • Comets are thought to have brought water to Earth.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

The thrill of space exploration continues to captivate the world. Astronauts launch aboard powerful rockets to reach the International Space Station, a marvel of human engineering orbiting Earth. From this cosmic vantage point, they study the wonders of the universe, from distant galaxies to the mysterious allure of black holes. As we gaze at the night sky, we marvel at comets streaking across the heavens and asteroids hurtling through space. The relentless pursuit of knowledge drives us to explore the cosmos, seeking answers to the universe's greatest mysteries.

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