they burn 1/2 a ton of fuel a second
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A space shuttle typically uses around 400,000 gallons of liquid hydrogen and 143,000 gallons of liquid oxygen for fuel during launch.
The space shuttle traveled at approximately 17,000 mph (27,400 km/h). To convert this speed to minutes, we would need the distance travelled in that time to calculate the duration of the journey.
To survive in a space shuttle, you would need a constant supply of oxygen, food, and water. You would also need protection against extreme temperatures, radiation, and microgravity. Additionally, communication equipment and a way to manage waste are essential for a successful space mission.
It uses rocket fuel
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.
The space shuttle receives electricity from its solar panels, which convert sunlight into electrical power. The solar panels are located on the surface of the shuttle and capture sunlight to generate the energy needed for the shuttle's systems and activities.