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Artemis II: No Moon Landing Yet

NASA's Artemis II mission is set to carry astronauts to the Moon, but it won't land there. This mission is a preparatory step for a future lunar landing planned for 2028.

Source:bbc.com

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NASA's Artemis II mission is the first crewed mission to the Moon in over 50 years, but it will not land on the lunar surface. Instead, this mission serves as a preparation for a potential lunar landing planned for 2028, acting as a stepping stone for deeper space exploration. The rocket used for this mission is the most powerful ever built by NASA.

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Test your understanding

1. What is the purpose of the Artemis II mission?

2. How many years has it been since a crewed mission went to the Moon?

3. What is notable about the rocket used in Artemis II?

Discussion

What do you think are the benefits of preparing for future lunar landings?

Vocabulary

  • crewed

    having people on board

    "The Artemis II mission is a crewed mission to the Moon."

  • lunar

    related to the Moon

    "The mission is preparing for a lunar landing."

  • stepping stone

    a stage in a process

    "Artemis II is a stepping stone for deeper space exploration."

  • powerful

    having great strength or force

    "The most powerful rocket ever built by NASA is used for this mission."

  • exploration

    the act of searching for something

    "The mission aims for deeper space exploration."