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Swallowing is a manipulation of the throat muscles, it's not down to gravity. In theory you can swallow while upside down (but it feels odd and is harder as you're working against gravity).
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How was edible toothpaste used in space?
Th astronauts used it for brushing their teeth up in space. Since ther is no gravity in space they had to swallow it.
What equipment do astronauts use in space?
Astronauts use a variety of tools while in space. For instance, astronauts use specially designed tools, like hammers and wrenches, that are made to be used with unwieldy space suits.
Was edible toothpaste used in space?
Yes. Astronauts in space use toothpaste that is edible. Because of the absence of gravity in space, being able to swallow toothpaste is much more convenient for astronauts than having to spit it out. For this reason, edible toothpaste is used.
Do the astronauts need special clothes while living and working inside the space station?
If the space station is pressurized, I don't think astronauts need to where space suits.
How did astronauts communicate with earth while in space?
They communicated by radio.
What can astronauts do with their body fluids while in space?
It is difficult due to the apsence of gravity, so they will have to stand upside down to swallow fluid.
How was edible toothpaste used in space?
Th astronauts used it for brushing their teeth up in space. Since ther is no gravity in space they had to swallow it.
How do they brush their teeth in space?
Astronauts can either spit into a towel or swallow it! i talked to a realy astronaut and she said that!
What is edible toothpaste?
edible toothpaste was invented by NASA so astronauts could swallow the toothpaste after brushing their teeth because spitting it out is harmful to people in the spacecraft and the equipment.
How astronauts spend their time in the space ship?
astronauts like to exercise while in the ship
What is the name of the space sickness that many astronauts get while in space?
Space Adaptation Syndrome
Do astronauts leave the ISS while in outer space?
no
What equipment do astronauts use in space?
Astronauts use a variety of tools while in space. For instance, astronauts use specially designed tools, like hammers and wrenches, that are made to be used with unwieldy space suits.
Was edible toothpaste used in space?
Yes. Astronauts in space use toothpaste that is edible. Because of the absence of gravity in space, being able to swallow toothpaste is much more convenient for astronauts than having to spit it out. For this reason, edible toothpaste is used.
Do the astronauts need special clothes while living and working inside the space station?
If the space station is pressurized, I don't think astronauts need to where space suits.
How did astronauts communicate with earth while in space?
They communicated by radio.
What do people use as a shower in space?
Astronauts do not shower, they must sponge bath while they are in space.
