What processes must be taken into account for space travel?

Question

Astronauts in space carry on the same biological processes as they do on earth. What processes must be taken into account for space travel? Describe the chemical reactions that help maintain a stable environment on a space mission from the point of view of an astronaut. ö

Answer 1

I would say the three dominant processes would be these:

(1) Zero gravity. Takes some getting used to and it can affect muscle tone after a long time. Exercise of some type is a must.

(2) Confinement. Try living in a phone booth. A spacecraft will feel a bit like one after a while. Takes some mental adaptation. Most astronauts who do space walks are glad to get out for a while.

(3) Artificial atmosphere. Not easily duplicated, but there must be the right ratio of oxygen to other gases in order for the air to be right for breathing.

There are other factors. Fear and uneasiness could enter in. Where mixed crews are used there is also the matter of mixing sexes in close quarters.

Nothing insurmountable, and NASA continues to study these processes and conditions.

Answer 2

Homework, do it yourself! Your question is so poorly worded it is almost impossible to answer, do you mean like pooping? I suppose O2 creation would be important. But really, do your own homework, you wont get smart by not thinking.

Answer 3

Are you trying to get home?

Answer 4

All of them ☺


Doug