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Microgravity (the very low gravity found in orbit) is insufficient to prevent loss of bone structure during a long period of time in space. One way to compensate is by stressing the skeleton through vigorous exercise.
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How can studies on the effect of microgravity impact citizens living on earth?
findings can be ussed to help the aging live healthier & live more active lives
What is zero gravity called?
microgravity
What is almost zero gravity called?
microgravity
What causes the effect of microgravity when the space shuttle is orbiting the earth?
Centrifugal force.The orbiter is going so fast that the force created by going around the earth offsets the force gravity.
How does microgravity affect staying clean in space?
I am not sure, but microgravity is a condition in which there is very little net gravitational force, as of a free-falling object, an orbit, or interstellar space. ======
Which area of study has application for treatment of osteoporosis?
studying the effect of microgravity on the human body
What does microgravity have on bones?
they adapt to the gravity and your reduced wait, so therefore can carry less weight and become weaker
What bests describes the effect of microgravity on an astronauts bone health?
Prolonged bed rest, massive weakness.
What has the author David Namkoong written?
David Namkoong has written: 'Effect of microgravity on material undergoing melting and freezing' -- subject(s): Melting, Microgravity, Spaceborne experiments, Phase change materials, Freezing, Lithium flourides, Heat storage
How does lemon juice effect chicken bones?
how does lemon juice effect chicken bones .
How can studies on the effect of microgravity impact citizens living on earth?
findings can be ussed to help the aging live healthier & live more active lives
What actors and actresses appeared in MicroGravity - 2005?
The cast of MicroGravity - 2005 includes: Anne Cabrera Bill Cabrera
What has the author Washito A Sasamoto written?
Washito A. Sasamoto has written: 'Utilization of the Spacehab module as a microgravity carrier' -- subject(s): Space shuttle payloads, Microgravity, Modules, Microgravity applications, Active control
What has the author S S Sadhal written?
S. S. Sadhal has written: 'Microgravity Transport Processes in Fluid, Thermal, Biological, and Materials Sciences' 'Microgravity Transport Processes in Fluid, Thermal, Biological, and Materials Sciences' 'Heat Transfer in Microgravity Systems, 1994' 'Transport Phenomena in Microgravity'
What actors and actresses appeared in Microgravity - 2006?
The cast of Microgravity - 2006 includes: Tarika as Eniko Tarika Brandt as Eniko
What is zero gravity called?
microgravity
Does soda effect your bones?
yes
