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Ever wondered what astronauts have to go through before they venture into space? From rigorous physical training to strict medical examinations, astronauts need to be in top shape to handle the challenges of space travel. One question that often arises …
Have you ever wondered why astronauts always wear those bulky, white suits when they venture outside their spacecraft? Spacesuits have become synonymous with space exploration and for a good reason. These suits are designed to protect astronauts from the harsh …
Have you ever looked up at the sky and imagined astronauts floating in space, their suits gleaming like stars against the backdrop of the universe? It’s difficult not to wonder why are astronauts’ suits white, but it turns out this …
The NASA ranks and positions system is like that of the military, but the responsibilities are vastly different. Each rank and role carry a separate set of responsibilities that are essential to managing and operating a spacecraft. The cockpit of …
The life of an astronaut can be incredibly stressful, especially when you’re living in confined quarters aboard the International Space Station. It is not an uncommon habit for people with high-stress lifestyles to pick up a habit such as smoking, …
Have you ever looked up at the moon on a clear, starry night and noticed the dark spots? What are the dark areas of the moon called? The dark areas on the lunar surface are craters varying in size, formed …
Moons are a common attribute of many planets throughout the solar system, especially the larger ones. Saturn and Jupiter have several dozen moons each, and even smaller dwarf planets, like Pluto, feature satellites orbiting them. How many planets have no …
From 1957 to 1974, the USA and USSR were locked in a race to be the first nation to reach space. The rivalry peaked in the early 1960s, with the Soviet Union sending cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin into the unknown on …
Do you ever look up at the night sky and wonder how the Moon manages to shine so brightly? The sky looks completely dark except for that one big, bright celestial object (and some stars, of course). A glowing, bright …
Astronauts are required to be in peak physical condition for traveling to and from outer space. This requirement includes their ability to see. Like pilots and firefighters, astronauts must experience 20/20 vision at all times. While 20/20 vision does not mean …