The Problem With Space Travel

What was the main issue reported by the Soviet cosmonauts aboard the Salyut 5 space station?

• A technical malfunction

• A noxious chemical smell

• A fire outbreak

• A communication failure

What is the term used to describe the loss of bone density in space due to lack of weight support?

• Calcium deficiency

• Disuse osteoporosis

• Bone atrophy

• Osteoporosis

What device can astronauts use to help maintain muscle and bone mass in space?

• Artificial gravity machines

• Resistance treadmills

• All of the above

• Compression cuffs

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Why is humor important for astronauts during long-term space missions?

• It helps with physical exercise

• It diffuses tense situations

• It improves technical skills

• It enhances communication with Earth

What is the most insidious danger of outer space that is difficult to detect?

• Radiation

• Isolation

• Lack of oxygen

• Microgravity

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