116. Alte HS2nd Yr- Dialogue based Comprehension (1)

1. Student 1: Hey, have you been following the latest updates on Chandrayaan? It's fascinating how India's lunar exploration program has evolved.
Student 2: Absolutely! Chandrayaan has been a game-changer. Remember Chandrayaan-1? Back in 2008, it made a historic discovery by detecting water molecules on the moon's surface.
Student 1:Right, that was groundbreaking! It opened up new possibilities for future lunar exploration. And now, with Chandrayaan-2, they took it a step further with the orbiter, lander, and rover setup.
Student 2: Chandrayaan-2's launch in 2019 was quite ambitious. The orbiter is still up there, diligently studying the moon's composition and topography. Unfortunately, the lander Vikram faced some challenges during its descent.
Student 1: True, but the success of the orbiter itself is noteworthy. It's providing valuable data, and the mission as a whole showcased India's capability in space technology.
Student 2: Absolutely, and the anticipation for Chandrayaan-3 is growing. They're planning a lunar lander and rover configuration. It seems like they're building on the successes and lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2.
Student 1: It's a logical progression. I wonder what specific scientific goals Chandrayaan-3 will aim to achieve. Do you have any insights on that?
Student 2: From what I've gathered, Chandrayaan-3 will focus on more comprehensive studies of the moon's surface. They're refining the approach based on past experiences to enhance the chances of success for the lander and rover components.
Student 2: That sounds promising. It's crucial to learn from each mission and iterate for improvement. India's space program has come a long way, wouldn't you say?
Student 2: Absolutely. The successful execution of these lunar missions not only contributes to our understanding of the moon but also showcases India's growing prowess in space technology on the global stage.
1. What was the historic discovery made by Chandrayaan-1 during its mission? 5
2. Can you elaborate on the configuration of Chandrayaan-2 and its key components? 5
3. What scientific goals are expected to be the focus of the upcoming Chandrayaan-3 mission, and how does it build on previous missions? 5
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