On June 18, a SpaceX rocket exploded during a test in Brownsville, Texas. The rocket was being tested to make sure it was safe for space travel. No people were hurt in the explosion. SpaceX said it will investigate the cause of the accident. The company builds rockets to send astronauts and cargo into space. SpaceX hopes to make space travel safer and more common. Tests like this are important for learning and improving rockets. This explosion is a setback, but it will help the company prepare for future missions.
Luis Apolo Staff Reporter kids/1751271347/1613368218
1. What happened to the SpaceX rocket during the test?
2. Were any people hurt in the explosion?
3. Why are tests like this important for SpaceX?