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Zarya Module

The Zarya Module is a spacecraft component that provides electricity, energy storage, and propulsion support for the International Space Station (ISS). It includes large solar panels that generate power from sunlight, batteries to store that energy, and engines to help position or boost the station's orbit. Think of it as a combination of a power plant, battery pack, and thruster system that ensures the ISS can operate efficiently and stay in the right position in space. It’s designed to withstand the harsh environment of space and support ongoing scientific research on the station.