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- 12 Super Solar System Gifts For Kids
There are many ways to fuel a child’s growing interests, and if you’re going to buy them gifts, you might as well cater to the things they want to spend more time with. Astronomy can be a wonderous topic for all age groups, but children have a special way of latching onto new discoveries with … - Best 11 Astronomy Gifts For Kids
Has your child, or a child you know, recently shown an interest in astronomy? Perhaps you want to be the one to introduce the hobby to them? Either way, you’re looking for astronomy gifts for kids, right? Well, here are some of my favorite options that any kid will be sure to love! Planetarium Projector … - How Do Astronauts Brush Their Teeth? [I Couldn’t Believe This!]
Just because they have to live and work in zero gravity doesn’t mean astronauts can’t take care of daily hygiene necessities. In the same vein, even if they have access to hygiene essentials, the process isn’t exactly the same as it is on Earth. Teeth brushing is one such example. So, how do astronauts brush … - Do Astronauts Wash Their Clothes In Space?
Working on a space station may come with a decent list of comforts for the astronauts, but they don’t have access to every luxury that they’re used to down on Earth. Not only does this present varying challenges to daily routines, but it can require some ingenuity to find solutions. Clothing and washing are a … - Do Astronauts Shower In Space? [This Actually Makes Sense!]
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Considering the amount of time astronauts spend in space, they have to find a way to keep up with hygiene as often as possible. But what about showering, specifically? Can they have them; is it even possible? Well, here is everything you are going to want to know. So, can astronauts shower in space? Due to … - Can Astronauts Watch TV In Space? [Is It Actually Possible?]
Working in outer space generally comes with long shifts and extended periods of time away from comforts back home. But what about television, specifically? Can astronauts watch it? And if so, what can they watch? Well, here is everything you are going to want to know. So, can astronauts watch TV in space? Thankfully, with the … - Can Astronauts Walk After Returning From Space?
The human body goes through a fair number of changes when spending time in space. Besides, it is an entirely different environment, after all. And without gravity and without the need to walk for an extended period of time, it naturally leads to the question of how astronauts fair when they return home. Can they … - Can Astronauts Drink Alcohol In Space? [Does NASA Allow It?]
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Being an astronaut sounds exciting and all, but let’s be honest – their lives are very different. It naturally leads us to question whether they can do things we can do – such as drinking alcohol. Are they allowed to, or would they even want to be able to in space? Here is everything you … - Can Astronauts Smoke In Space? [Does NASA Even Allow It?]
Working and living in space comes with a decent list of stressors that many astronauts are guaranteed to experience. It isn’t uncommon for some people to resort to cigarettes to help them relax, but can astronauts do the same? Are they even allowed to? Is it even physically possible? Well, here is everything you are … - Best Astronomy Observing Chair [The Top 3 Picks!]
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Observing the stars for any length of time takes a decent amount of patience, which means you could be stationary for quite a while, and that can start to feel exhausting if you aren’t comfortable. Finding an observation chair with the features and durability you need can be challenging as there is a long list … - How Far Can We See Into Space With Our Eyes?
There are few things more remarkable in life than the fact that we can observe space right from the Earth’s surface. You don’t need to be an astronaut or a telescope owner to view the cosmos with your own eyes. However, our eyes do naturally come with limitations. But how able are our eyes when … - How Far Can You See With A Telescope? [It Depends On This…]
Are you interested in getting into astronomy? More specifically, are you considering buying a telescope? If so, you are going to want to know how far into the sky they enable us to see. So, how far can you see with a telescope? The average entry-level telescope will allow you to see the closer celestial …
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