Yes, a planetary geologist can become an astronaut. NASA has selected astronauts with a variety of backgrounds, including geology, to participate in space missions. Training as an astronaut involves not only technical skills but also physical fitness and teamwork.
The only human's remains on the moon are those of geologist Eugene Shoemaker who was an expert on planetary collisions. His ashes was carried to abroad NASA's lunar prospector spacecraft who crashed into crater on 31 July 1999.
The first scientist-astronaut in space was Harrison Schmitt, who flew on Apollo 17 in 1972. Schmitt was a geologist and became the first professional scientist to walk on the moon.
A planetary geologist studies rocks on other planets. They analyze the composition, structure, and history of rocks to understand the geology of other planets in our solar system.
Jerry L. Ross has flown on the Space Shuttle seven times, making him the astronaut who has flown the Space Shuttle the most.
Planetary science is the study of planets, moons, and other celestial bodies in our solar system and beyond. It involves understanding their formation, composition, geology, atmospheres, and potential for hosting life. Planetary scientists use a combination of observations, laboratory experiments, and theoretical models to explore these cosmic objects.
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The only human's remains on the moon are those of geologist Eugene Shoemaker who was an expert on planetary collisions. His ashes was carried to abroad NASA's lunar prospector spacecraft who crashed into crater on 31 July 1999.
A geologist might want to be an astronaut to study the geology of various planets and moons. The moon and perhaps, some day, Mars are candidates for geologists to visit.
A planetary geologist needs to have at least a master's degree, and for most jobs a PhD is required. It's necessary to complete courses in geology, physics, chemistry, and other applicable sciences.
This term typically refers to geologists who become astronauts and apply their knowledge of geology in their career as an astronaut. An example would be Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt.
The opposite of a geologist would likely be someone who does not study or work with rocks, minerals, or the Earth's structure, such as an astronaut studying space.
The first scientist-astronaut in space was Harrison Schmitt, who flew on Apollo 17 in 1972. Schmitt was a geologist and became the first professional scientist to walk on the moon.
Most likely- you will need a Ph.D or even more education to be a planetary geologist. That is a highly specialized field, and if you plan on being directly involved in work which contributes to the subject, a doctorate of Science with a specialization in Planetary science will be necessary (say, if you were to work for NASA). However, if you plan on taking a job as a teacher in a high school, or working for the EPA, a Ph.D will not be required.
A geologist studies rocks. Other fields of study would focus on oceans (oceanography), viruses (virology), or space (astronomy or planetary science).
A planetary geologist studies rocks on other planets. They analyze the composition, structure, and history of rocks to understand the geology of other planets in our solar system.
The person could be a geologist or an astrophysicist. The forming of solar objects is generally part of the overlapping fields of planetary science.
Jerry L. Ross has flown on the Space Shuttle seven times, making him the astronaut who has flown the Space Shuttle the most.