NASA - Page 5
NASA stands for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, which is a United States government agency responsible for the nation's civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research. Established in 1958, NASA's primary goals include the exploration of space, scientific discovery, technological innovation, and Earth and space observation. The agency conducts missions related to human spaceflight, robotic exploration of outer space, and studying phenomena related to atmospheric science. NASA is famous for programs such as the Apollo lunar missions, the Space Shuttle program, and the Mars exploration rovers. It plays a crucial role in advancing knowledge and understanding of space and our planet through research and development in various scientific and engineering fields.
