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Earth's gravity is keeping it in orbit, just as it keeps the moon in orbit.
The forward motion of the ISS (as with any other satellite) keeps it moving around the Earth instead of falling. There is very little atmospheric friction in orbit, and an occasional small boost is all that is needed to maintain its position. If it were left unattended for several years, its orbit would eventually "decay" (lower) and it would fall back to Earth as Skylab did in July, 1979.
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How long do astronauts stay on the International Space Station?
Astronauts stay on the ISS for 6 or more months.Generally, it is for 6 or more months.
The record for the longest stay in space for a woman was set by?
Mission Specialist Sunita Williams set the record for a woman's longest stay in space. She was up 195 days at the ISS in 2007.
What is ISS in terms of astronomy?
In terms of space exploration, ISS is short for the International Space Station.
How long are people on the ISS for?
Generally an astronaut or cosmonaut living aboard the International Space Station on a long duration space flight will stay for about 6 months.
How many space ships are there in space?
There is one the ISS or International Space Station Just adding for clarification: There are occasionally 2 at one time. The ISS and a shuttle to bring people to/from the ISS or to deliver a satalite into space
How long do astronauts stay on the space station?
Astronauts stay on the ISS for 6 or more months.Generally, it is for 6 or more months.
How long do astronauts stay on the International Space Station?
Astronauts stay on the ISS for 6 or more months.Generally, it is for 6 or more months.
The record for the longest stay in space for a woman was set by?
Mission Specialist Sunita Williams set the record for a woman's longest stay in space. She was up 195 days at the ISS in 2007.
What is ISS in terms of astronomy?
In terms of space exploration, ISS is short for the International Space Station.
How long are people on the ISS for?
Generally an astronaut or cosmonaut living aboard the International Space Station on a long duration space flight will stay for about 6 months.
How many space ships are there in space?
There is one the ISS or International Space Station Just adding for clarification: There are occasionally 2 at one time. The ISS and a shuttle to bring people to/from the ISS or to deliver a satalite into space
Who lives in the ISS?
Astronauts live in the ISS (International Space Station)
What is full name of iss?
ISS, International Space Station i hope this your answer.
When did the iss get in to space?
1998
Who owns the iss?
No one truly "owns" the ISS, but 6 different space agencies work on the ISS
When did scientists launch the ISS?
The International Space Station (ISS) was launched in 1998.
What is the current space shuttle in space?
The ISS or International Space Station
