Multiple Choice
Compared to a chemical rocket, an ion engine has a
A) smaller thrust but can be operated for a longer time period
B) smaller thrust and can only be operated for a shorter time period
C) larger thrust and can be operated for a longer time period
D) larger thrust but can only be operated for a shorter time period
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