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Space shuttles use the gravitational pull from planets to propel/ sling the shuttle with speeds of up to 14 miles per second. Due to the lack of friction, moving objects take longer to slow down and accelerate quicker.

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Why must the space shuttle go so fast?

The space shuttle needs to go fast in order to reach orbit around the Earth. By going fast, the shuttle can overcome the gravitational pull of the Earth and enter into a stable orbit where it remains in space. This speed is necessary to counteract the pull of gravity and maintain a continuous state of freefall around the Earth.


How did the space shuttle try to move in space?

The shuttle moved by the use of thruster rockets.


How fast was a space shuttle?

around 1334 mph


How fast does the space shuttle go mph?

18000


How fast is the space shuttle endeavor?

All space shuttle vehicles orbit at a speed of 17,320 miles per hour.


Why is it when in a space shuttle with no gravity the people in the shuttle move with the shuttle?

Because a: they are strapped on to it with seatbelts stronger than even an f1 car & b: there is no wind inside the space shutele to move them back


How fast was the space shuttle Columbia?

The space shuttle Columbia had a maximum speed of approximately 17,500 miles per hour during its orbit in space.


How fast was the space shuttle?

5000 km per/hr


How fast did the space shuttle orbit the earth?

17,500 mph


Why does a space shuttle need to travel so fast when entering earths atmosphere?

Although it reaches incredible speeds, a Space Shuttle is not going fast when it enters the atmosphere. The gravitational pull of Earth, or just gravity, are pulling down on the space shuttle with immense force.


How fast does the space shuttle go at top speed?

17,000 mph


How fast the space shuttle go at top speed?

It can go at bannanas