Read the following passage to answer the given question:In prolonged space flight, besides the obvious hazards of meteors, rocky debris, and radiation, astronauts will have the deal with muscle atrophy brought on by weightlessness; therefore, when they return to Earth, they face a protracted period of weight training to rebuild their strength. What is the most likely meaning of the word "debris" as it is used in this passage?
Correct answer: A. Fragments
- A. Fragments
- B. Decay
- C. Bacteria
- D. Alien life
Explanation
In the passage, "debris" refers to small, broken pieces of rock or other materials that are floating in space and could potentially collide with a spacecraft. This usage is consistent with the common meaning of "debris" as fragments or remains of something that has been broken or destroyed.In this context, "debris" is used to describe a hazard that astronauts may encounter during space flight, alongside meteors and radiation.
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