Interstellar travel, space travel between the stars, has been a staple in science fiction writing for many years. Now, it is being taken seriously by many scientists, who are researching and discussing the possible problems likely to face an interstellar journey. Recently, one research team, affiliated with the Breakthrough Propulsion Physics (BPP) at NASA, has outlined three important breakthroughs that might bring the possibility closer to reality. Firstly, a new propulsion method that consumes much lighter fuels or even massless fuels must be developed. This requirement stems from the fact that current fuels either take up too much space in an interstellar ship or is too heavy to be effectively transported by the ship. Secondly, a propulsion system that attains the maximum speed theoretically possible will be needed due to the vast distances across space. Lastly, NASA sees a need for a breakthrough method of energy production to power the ship’s internal components. The BPP team sees possibilities between the breakthroughs required and past advances in history, such as jet engines replacing the propellers on aircrafts and steamships replacing sailing vessels. In other words, a brand new technology will be needed and is possible when viewed from a historical perspective.
(This passage is adapted from an article from NASA’s webpage.)
【題組】41Which of the following statements about the passage is true?
(A) The purpose of using a new propulsion method is to reduce the cost of space travel.
(B) The current spaceship’s computer is defective.
(C) Scientists have successfully replaced the propellers on aircrafts with jet engines.
(D) Currently, the research team at NASA is trying to find a solution to keep the spaceships balanced.
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