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They eat while inside the space station or shuttle. Bars used to be positioned inside the spacesuit where the astronaut could take a bite at will, but they are no longer used as astronauts preferred to eat later. They do however have a drink bag and tube from which they can suck water. Spacewalks last up to seven hours and astronauts work hard during this time, so it is essential that they drink.

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Do astronauts wear diapers in space?

Yes, because they are strapped in the shuttle 3 hrs. before lift off and their position in the shuttle makes them have to pee. Also when they take space walks(avg of 8 hours) they have to wear diapers. They use a suction toilet when they can.you mean wear its a space suit


Why don't astronauts fly away from the shuttle when they space walk?

Actually they could, which is why they make sure to tether everything and everyone to the ship at all times. However, the shuttle and the astronauts are all going at the identical speed and in the same direction. So, unless something imparts a different vector (direction or speed) to one of the two, they will stay in the same place. There is no atmosphere in space, so there is no drag or resistance to any movement which is why things stay exactly where they are unless "bumped" or acted on in another way.


Who was the astronaut lost in space during a space walk?

To my knowledge among US astronauts- there was never a fatal accident as the result of a space walk, which is a super-risky encounter. There were problems with the so-called Zip-guns in maneuvering in zero G while doing Space walks- but to my knowledge no fatal accidents, at least among NASA astros. There have been problems as stated- only late in the Gemini program did we achieve ( First Trouble-Free space walk( and philatelic covers heralded this event.


Why do you have spacewalks?

Spacewalks are necessary for astronauts to perform maintenance, repairs, and installations on the exterior of the spacecraft or space station. They are also used for conducting scientific experiments and testing new equipment in the space environment. Spacewalks are essential for the success of long-duration space missions.


What is the impact of pressure in space on astronauts during extravehicular activities?

The impact of pressure in space on astronauts during extravehicular activities can lead to decompression sickness, also known as "the bends." This occurs when the pressure around the astronaut decreases rapidly, causing nitrogen bubbles to form in the bloodstream. Symptoms can include joint pain, dizziness, and fatigue. To prevent this, astronauts must undergo a process called "pre-breathing" to adjust their bodies to the lower pressure before going outside the spacecraft.

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What do astronauts for work in the ISS?

They perform space walks when repairing the space station.


How do astronauts get oxygen in space?

Astronauts bring tanks of oxygen with them when they go into space. The space suits they use to make space walks also have small oxygen tanks on them.


The Hubble space Telescope required to repair its after its launch?

five space walks by astronauts


Why are space suits required for space walks?

To provide a pressurized environment and oxygen to keep the astronauts alive, as well as regulating temperature.


Can cape seahorses be found in Canada?

no. there is no gravity on the moon or very little of it. that's why astronauts have to be linked to their space shuttle when they make space walks. you're welcome (:


Do astronauts ever 'wet there pants'instead of going to the toilet?

Astronats actually wear adult diapers during space walks, re-entry and lanch. Kinda funny I know, but yes it has happened before.


Do astronauts have to be concerned about potential static discharges during space walks or walks on the moon?

Yes, although their equipment and space suits are designed to minimize any problems. One of the bigger problems during the Apollo lunar landing missions was dust - the fine lunar particles stuck to everything and were very difficult to clean off. Static electricity may have been part of the problem.


Why are astronauts considered pioneers?

A pioneer is someone who is first to do something, particularly things like going to new places. The first astronauts are pioneers as they were the first people to go into space. Since then there have been many firsts for many astronauts, like first space walks, first orbit to the moon, first visit to the moon and so on. Astronauts continue to do new things and become the first people to do them. As long as space exploration continues to develop, there will always be pioneers amongst the astronauts.


Do astronauts wear diapers in space?

Yes, because they are strapped in the shuttle 3 hrs. before lift off and their position in the shuttle makes them have to pee. Also when they take space walks(avg of 8 hours) they have to wear diapers. They use a suction toilet when they can.you mean wear its a space suit


Why don't astronauts fly away from the shuttle when they space walk?

Actually they could, which is why they make sure to tether everything and everyone to the ship at all times. However, the shuttle and the astronauts are all going at the identical speed and in the same direction. So, unless something imparts a different vector (direction or speed) to one of the two, they will stay in the same place. There is no atmosphere in space, so there is no drag or resistance to any movement which is why things stay exactly where they are unless "bumped" or acted on in another way.


What are main parts in a space suit?

there are different types of space suits. the EMU (white space suits) used during the space shuttle extravehicular activities (EVA) or space walks have 5 main components. the HUT: Hard Upper Torso the LTA: Lower Torso Assembly (like the pants in a snow suit) the Gloves the Helmet and the PLSS: Primary Life Support System (the backpack that gives the astronauts their oxygen, regulates oxygen flow, regulates temperature, radio communication...)


Do astronauts have to wear their space suits all the time?

No only in space. Two reasons first space is almost zero kelvin and they would die instantaneously and second there is no air in space. while inside the shuttle or whatever there staying in there is air bathrooms food water and above all its not almost zero kelvin.