Question

The Soyuz is a Russian spacecraft which is like a lifeboat for the space station. At least one Soyuz is always docked at the space station. Which of the following statements are correct about Soyuz?
(i) It carries people and supplies to and from the space station.
(ii) The crew rides in the part of the spacecraft called a capsule.
(iii) Upto three astronauts or cosmonauts can ride in a Soyuz capsule.

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (i) and (iii)
• D. (i), (ii) and (iii)

Answer 1

The correct option is D (i), (ii) and (iii)

• The Soyuz is widely considered the world's safest, most cost-effective human spaceflight vehicle.
• Soyuz spacecraft were used to carry cosmonauts to and from Salyut and later Mir space stations, and are now used for transport to and from the International Space Station.
• Atleast one Soyuz spacecraft is docked at the ISS at all times for use as an escape craft in the event of an emergency.