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SPACE EXPLORATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Spacesuits have layers that have high capacity for thermal insulation (to keep warm) in order to-
A
regulate body temperature in the extremes of space
B
prevent the spread of bacteria that thrive in space
C
allow communication with the space station
D
prevent the astronaut from sweating inside the suit
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The flexible parts of the suit are made from as many as 16 layers of material. The layers perform different functions, from keeping oxygen within the spacesuit to protecting from space dust. Closest to the astronaut’s skin, the cooling garment makes up the first three layers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Spacesuit insulation technologies protect the astronaut from extreme high and low temperatures of the space environment. However, the same insulation technology also works to keep heat released by the astronaut’s body inside the suit. Imagine walking around in summer wearing a plastic bag.

Detailed explanation-3: -How Stuff Works finds that “Spacesuits designed by NASA for Apollo astronauts used heating elements to protect astronauts from extreme cold. It includes rechargeable lithium polymer batteries and flexible heating coils. The garment can keep you toasty at very cold temperatures."

Detailed explanation-4: -The nylon tricot is cut into a long underwear-like shape to form the innermost layer. Additionally, spandex fibers, dacron, and neoprene, and other synthetic fibers form additional layers to assist in maintaining pressurization and temperature control.

Detailed explanation-5: -The suit is equipped to regulate an astronaut’s temperature as he or she endures the extreme heat of 250 degrees Fahrenheit in the Sun and-250 degrees Fahrenheit in the shadows. The suit must also be able to regulate the air inside to make sure the astronaut can breathe.

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