KIDS QUIZ
SPACE EXPLORATION
Question
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What part of an astronaut’s body gets weaker in space?
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brains
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muscles
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hands
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legs
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -If you stay for a long time in space, your muscles and bones will weaken, primarily in the legs and lower back.
Detailed explanation-2: -From the early 1960s, astronauts found that their taste buds did not seem to be as effective when they were in space. Why does this happen in space? This is because fluids in the body get affected by the reduced gravity conditions (also called fluid shift).
Detailed explanation-3: -Crew members must exercise every day to prevent bone and muscle loss. Exercise is an important part of the daily routine for astronauts aboard the station to prevent bone and muscle loss. On average, astronauts exercise two hours per day.
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