Question

Q19. Consider the following statements about Tiangong-1:

1. Tiangong-1 (Heavenly Palace or Celestial Palace-1) was China’s first prototype space station or space laboratory

2. It was placed in orbit as part of China’s efforts towards building its own space station.

Which of the statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both 1 and 2

Tiangong-1 (Heavenly Palace or Celestial Palace-1) was China’s first prototype space station or space laboratory. It was placed in orbit in September 2011 as part of China’s efforts towards building its own space station independent and unconnected to any other international space active countries.