Question

    Which space agency recently launched a spacecraft to

    explore whether Jupiter’s moon, Europa, can support life?
    A European Space Agency Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ROSCOSMOS Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C JAXA Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D NASA Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    NASA launched the *Europa Clipper* spacecraft in October 2024, aimed at exploring Jupiter's moon Europa. This mission will investigate whether Europa's subsurface ocean could harbor conditions suitable for life. The spacecraft will conduct 49 flybys of Europa, focusing on the moon’s icy surface and its potential for life. The mission is part of NASA's broader Artemis program.

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