What is another word for space junk?
Pronunciation: [spˈe͡ɪs d͡ʒˈʌŋk] (IPA) 
Space debris, orbital debris, space waste, space litter, space trash, satellite fragments, rocket leftovers - these are all synonyms for the term "space junk". This refers to a variety of manmade objects orbiting the Earth that have broken or become obsolete, including satellites, rocket stages, and other materials left behind from space missions. The accumulation of space junk poses a threat to active satellites and space missions, and can even create a chain reaction of collisions and debris, known as the Kessler Syndrome, which would make near-Earth space unusable for decades to come. It is important for organizations like NASA to focus on mitigation efforts and clean-up initiatives to prevent the further build-up of space debris.
