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Did you know that Sputnik 1 was the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth? Launched by the Soviet Union on October 4, 1957, this shiny metal sphere marked the dawn of the space age. It was about the size of a beach ball, weighed 183.9 pounds, and took approximately 98 minutes to complete an orbit. Sputnik 1's launch sent shockwaves around the globe, sparking the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. Its radio signals, which could be picked up by anyone with a radio, were a constant reminder of its presence in the sky. This historic event not only changed the course of scientific exploration but also had a profound impact on geopolitics, education, and technology. Sputnik 1's success inspired generations to look up at the stars and dream of what lies beyond our planet.

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