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The Challenges of Living on the International Space Station

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The International Space Station represents humanity’s most ambitious venture in low Earth orbit, a beacon of international cooperation and cutting-edge technology. Astronauts aboard this orbiting outpost experience a host of unique challenges that test both body and mind. From the constant presence of microgravity to the threat of radiation, daily life in this confined habitat…

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How Gravity Affects the Human Body in Space

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Spaceflight exposes the human body to conditions radically different from Earth’s surface. In the weightless environment aboard spacecraft, the absence of microgravity triggers a cascade of adaptations and challenges for astronauts. Understanding these effects is crucial for designing safe missions, from short-duration trips to long-term journeys to Mars. This article explores how the lack of…

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