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astronauts
4 questions tagged astronauts — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
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What is the overview effect?
The overview effect is the profound shift in perspective many astronauts report after seeing Earth from space as a small, fragile, borderless planet.
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How do spacesuits keep astronauts alive?
A spacesuit is a personal spacecraft that supplies oxygen, keeps the body under pressure, controls temperature and shields the astronaut from tiny meteoroids and harmful radiation.
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How do astronauts sleep in space?
On the International Space Station, astronauts sleep in small private cabins, zipped into sleeping bags fastened to the wall so they do not drift around.
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How do astronauts stay alive on a spacewalk?
Their suits provide oxygen, pressure, cooling, and communication in a tiny personal spacecraft. The suit must also protect them from extreme temperatures and micrometeoroids.
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