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Let's Convert - Key
| Directions: |
Use the given measurements to convert the weights into kilograms,
pounds and tons. In the final column, name an object (or a number
of them) that would weigh the same amount.
(Depending upon the conversion method used, answers will vary.
Two answers for tons are given for ease in checking answers.)
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Mission Weight Chart Conversion
| Item Description |
Weight |
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kilograms |
pounds |
tons |
familiar object |
| Orbiter (empty) |
43,092 |
94,802.4 |
47.5
47.4 |
1 big rig truck |
| Payload (standard maximum weight) |
24,948 |
54,885.6 |
27.44 |
5 elephants |
| External Tank (full) |
750,980 |
1,652,156 |
827.98
826.08 |
16 big rig trucks |
| Solid Rocket Booster (each) |
589,670 |
1,297,274 |
650.13
648.64 |
13 big rig trucks |
| (x 2 = ) |
1,179,340 |
2,594,548 |
1,300.26
1,297.27 |
26 big rig trucks |
| Other:
Crew members
Additional fuel for use during mission
Liquids & gases for electrical production & environmental conditioning
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14,850 |
33,000 |
16.37
16.5 |
3 elephants |
| Total Lift-Off Weight |
2,013,210 |
4,429,062 |
2,219.6
2,214.5 |
44 big rig trucks |
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