October Sky Science — Worksheet Answers

The "Auk VIII" flies perfectly but disappears; they never find it.

The addition of fins moves the Center of Pressure toward the rear of the rocket, preventing it from tumbling in mid-air. october sky science worksheet answers

When the rocket flies in a curved arc instead of straight up, what force is acting horizontally on it? The "Auk VIII" flies perfectly but disappears; they

Danger: Zinc + sulfur burns violently and unpredictably, producing zinc sulfide and large heat — can explode like flash powder. Apollo guidance systems (trajectory physics).

A mixture of potassium nitrate (saltpeter) and sugar, which provided a more controlled burn.

Example answers: Saturn V rocket (action-reaction thrust), Space Shuttle solid rocket boosters (similar fuel design), Apollo guidance systems (trajectory physics).