UAE's Advancements in Health Care and Space Exploration

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What is the name of the nation's first astronaut?

  • Hazza Al Mansouri (correct)
  • Khalifa bin Zayed
  • Emirates Mars Mission
  • Sultan Al Neyadi

What is the name of the Emirati space program's second astronaut?

  • Emirates Mars Mission
  • Hazza Al Mansouri
  • Sultan Al Neyadi (correct)
  • Khalifa bin Zayed

Which university did the UAE's first astronaut graduate from?

  • Khalifa bin Zayed Air College (correct)
  • University of Brighton
  • Zayed Military College
  • Griffith University

What is the name of the planned research city on Mars?

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What degree did the UAE's second astronaut receive from the University of Brighton?

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What is one of the primary functions of the government concerning its citizens and residents?

<p>Providing health care (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant event did the UAE announce in 2015?

<p>Mission to Mars (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Hope Probe sent by the UAE?

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Which organization is responsible for managing the UAE's space sector?

<p>UAE Space Agency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the UAE Space Agency play in international collaboration?

<p>It promotes exchange of information in space exploration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives of the UAE Space Agency regarding education?

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What notable infrastructure project is being developed by the UAE Space Agency?

<p>The first space research center in the Middle East (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the UAE prioritize growth in its knowledge-based economy?

<p>By boosting research and development expenditure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the UAE's role in global trade?

<p>A major export hub, particularly for oil and re-exports. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of 're-exports' in the context of UAE trade?

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Which sectors significantly contribute to the diversification of the UAE's economy?

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Which of the following are considered 'commodities' in the context of trade?

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What is the UAE's global ranking in terms of GDP?

<p>28th (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a main export of the UAE?

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Which region is a major destination for the UAE's re-exports?

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Besides oil and gas, what other kinds of products are traded in large quantities by the UAE?

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Flashcards

Global Exploration Strategy

A framework for international cooperation in space exploration, covering activities from Earth orbit to deep space missions.

Emirates Mars Mission

The Emirati space program's mission to send a spacecraft to Mars, launched in July 2020.

Hazza Al Mansouri

The first Emirati to fly into space, participating in a mission aboard the International Space Station in 2019.

Sultan Al Neyadi

The second Emirati astronaut selected for the UAE space program, with a background in engineering and military piloting.

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Mars Scientific City

A planned project to establish a research city on Mars.

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UAE Space Agency

The UAE's government agency responsible for managing the nation's space sector and its role in the national economy.

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Hope Probe

A spacecraft sent by the UAE to orbit Mars in 2021, designed to study the planet's atmosphere.

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International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG)

A coordinated effort by various countries to share information and collaborate on space exploration.

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Knowledge Economy

A national objective to increase investment in research and development to fuel economic growth.

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Mission to Mars

A major initiative announced in 2015 to send a spacecraft to Mars, demonstrating the UAE's ambitions in space exploration.

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Research and Development

The process of developing new scientific knowledge and technologies through research, leading to advancements in different fields.

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Preventive Medicine

A field of medicine focused on preventing illness and improving overall health through proactive measures.

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Health Care

The provision of health care services to citizens and residents of a country, ensuring access to medical treatment and services.

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Commodities

Goods that are naturally occurring, such as oil, gas, and metals. These resources are a significant part of UAE's economy.

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Manufactured Products

Manufactured goods, such as electronic products and industrial equipment, produced in factories and sold in large quantities.

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Professional Services

Professional services like banking, consulting, and accounting, contribute to a diversified economy.

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Imports

Goods brought into a country, such as raw materials, food, and consumer products. The UAE mainly imports products from Asia and other countries.

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Exports

Goods that are sold to other countries. The UAE's exports include oil, gas, and re-exported goods.

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Re-exports

Products that are imported and stored in the UAE, then re-shipped to other destinations. This is a significant aspect of the UAE's trade.

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Top Export Partners

Countries that buy the most goods from the UAE. Examples include Japan, India, and South Korea.

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Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

A measure of a country's economic output. The UAE has a high GDP per capita, indicating a strong economy.

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Study Notes

UAE's Role in Future of Health Care

  • UAE is a global leader in health science delivery and preventive medicine
  • Excellent medical centers, hospitals, and clinics attract patients worldwide
  • Major research centers are coordinated by the government (UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention)
  • The UAE prioritizes knowledge development through research and development (R&D) expenditure.

UAE's Mission to Mars

  • In 2015, the UAE announced its mission to Mars
  • A spacecraft, called the Hope Probe, was sent to orbit Mars in 2021 (UAE's 50th anniversary)
  • The Hope Probe's goal is to build a holistic picture of Mars' atmosphere
  • The Hope Probe is part of a national effort to develop a space industry in the UAE
  • The Hope Probe is an orbiter carrying scientific instruments designed to create a holistic picture of Mars' atmosphere

UAE Space Agency

  • In 2014, the UAE established the UAE Space Agency
  • The agency manages the UAE's space sector and its role in the national economy
  • The agency raises awareness of space technologies, enhances national capabilities, and promotes peaceful applications of space research
  • The UAE Space Agency is building the first space research center in the Middle East
  • The UAE Space Agency works with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority and UAE University
  • The agency is responsible for space science research and development and membership in the International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG)

UAE's First Astronaut

  • Hazza Al Mansouri was the first Emirati to fly into space in 2019
  • He flew aboard a Soyuz Russian MS-15 rocket
  • He stayed at the International Space Station for eight days
  • Al Mansouri is a highly qualified and experienced military pilot who graduated from the Khalifa bin Zayed Air College with a bachelor's degree in aviation.

UAE's Second Astronaut

  • Sultan Al Neyadi is the UAE's second astronaut
  • He studied Electronics and Communications Engineering at the University of Brighton and the Zayed Military College.
  • He holds a bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering with honors.
  • Later, he earned a master's degree in Information and Networks Security and a Ph.D. in Data Leakage Prevention Technology from Griffith University in Australia.

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