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    Question

    Which of the following correctly defines the Kessler

    Syndrome?
    A The phenomenon of space overpopulation with objects and debris poses a significant hazard to operational satellites, increasing the likelihood of collisions with them. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A phenomenon in which the gravitational pull of the Earth causes satellites to decay and re-enter the atmosphere, creating fireballs and sonic booms. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A condition in which the radiation belts around the Earth interfere with the electronics and communications of satellites, causing them to malfunction or fail. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A situation in which the solar wind and coronal mass ejections from the Sun damage or destroy satellites, creating power outages and geomagnetic storms. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Kessler Syndrome is a phenomenon in which the amount of junk in orbit around Earth reaches a point where it just creates more and more space debris, causing big problems for satellites, astronauts and mission planners.

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