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How Space Wars Will Work
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Weapons in space that can knock down missiles have been under development for years and are starting to look realistic. Learn how they will work!
How Space Elevators Will Work
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Space elevators are explained in this article. Learn about space elevators.
How Space Shuttles Work
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In its nearly 30-year history, the space shuttle program has seen exhilarating highs and devastating lows. Learn all about the space shuttle program.
Scientists Detected a Space Hurricane for the First Time. What's That?
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In 2014, scientists observed a space hurricane for the first time; they reported their findings this year. But what's a space hurricane - and do we on Earth have to worry about with them?
Here's the Buzz on Alcohol in Space
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While alcohol consumption is not completely alien to the space program, not much is known about its effects on the body outside our atmosphere.
Space Lettuce Is Out of This World Good
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Lettuce has key nutrients that give both astronauts and Earth-dwellers alike a physical and psychological boost. And the lettuce grown in space is no less nutritious than the Earth-bound variety.
What Does Space Smell Like?
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Surprisingly, the solar system isn't odorless - it has a distinct scent that some astronauts like and others think is stinky. So, what does it smell like and why?
The Time Two Russian Space Tortoises Beat Apollo to the Moon
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Yep, two small-bodied Russian tortoises made it to the moon and back before man did.
What if an astronaut went on a space walk without wearing a space suit?
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Because an Earth-like environment is created within a spacesuit, it allows you to walk around in space in relative safety. But outer space is an extremely hostile place and could kill you if you aren't protected.
If an Astronaut took a Pet Bird Into Space, Would it Fly?
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Birds in space would actually do quite well because their wings would help stabilize them as they float through space. Learn about birds in space.