08. Are old satellites part of what is referred to as space debris? (A K2S Question)

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Yes. Other parts of space debris come from old rocket upper stages and pieces that have resulted from early launch failures and explosions. Even paint flecks can become space debris. Traveling at 17,500 mph they can do damage. There are even objects such as old astronaut gloves floating about up there!

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Answer provided by Derek Webber

Question and Answer extracted from the book Kids to Space - by Lonnie Schorer

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