space debris
Space debris refers to the collection of defunct, discarded, and fragmentary objects in orbit around the Earth. These objects include spent rocket stages, non-operational satellites, broken spacecraft parts, and fragments resulting from collisions or explosions. Space debris poses a significant risk to active satellites and manned spacecraft due to their high velocities. Managing and mitigating space debris is crucial to maintain the long-term sustainability of space activities.
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