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How Astronauts Work
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Astronauts are adventurers and scientists who work in space. Learn who astronauts are and what they do in space and on Earth.
Spaced Out: Astronaut Quiz
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Astronauts have a reputation for being the brave and skilled few willing to risk their lives by strapping themselves aboard a rocket and blasting into outer space. How much do you know about this dangerous job?
How do astronauts eat in space?
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Astronauts eat in space with the help of special contraptions and carefully packaged food. Learn more about how astronauts eat in space.
NASA's Astronaut Beach House Is a Little-known Gem of Space History
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NASA's historic Beach House on Cape Canaveral is the last place many astronauts visit before they blast off into space. Today it's full of mission memories and NASA artifacts.
Was Major Tom a real astronaut?
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David Bowie is a creative musician, but did he draw his material from real life? Learn if Major Tom was a real astronaut at HowStuffWorks.
Do Astronauts Need Sunscreen in Space?
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We know space is awash in ultraviolet radiation. So how are astronauts protected from all those UV rays?
10 Surprising Facts About Astronaut Training
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NASA astronauts have to undergo serious training before becoming approved for a trip to space. But some of that training is certainly not what you'd expect.
Scientists Working on Converting Human Waste Into Food for Astronauts
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HowStuffWorks looks at a study on how human waste can become food — particularly important for astronauts in space.
How to Become an Astronaut
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Like a firefighter or a rock star, an astronaut is one of those jobs kids say they want to have when they grow up. If you're still serious, we can tell you what it takes.
How Spacewalks Work
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When astronauts talk moonwalking, they don't mean the Michael Jackson dance move. Spacewalks take an entire day of preparation -- and a 240-pound space suit.