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21. LignoSat, the world’s first wooden satellite, was made from which wood panels?
[A] Akamatsu
[B] Honoki Magnolia
[C] Sugi
[D] Quercus acuta
Correct Answer: B [Honoki Magnolia]
Notes:
LingoSat’s launch is a significant step in space exploration. This one-of-a-kind wooden satellite is the first ever to enter Earth’s orbit. LingoSat measures just 10 cm and weighs 900 grams. It is the world’s first wooden satellite, is made from honoki magnolia wood panels. It was sent up by the International Space Station, which is different from the usual rocket launches. Created through teamwork between Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry in Japan, LingoSat’s goal is to evaluate if wood can be used as a material for satellites.
