answersLogoWhite

0

Any object that has mass has weight even in space. If an astronaut weighs 195 pounds while standing on the planet then he/she will also weigh 195 pounds while in space. Earths gravity, which determined the weight, will exert the same force on this astronaut because the mass is the same. While in space, it may appear the astronaut is "floating", he/she is actually in free fall. What this means is, as they travel around the planet they are in reality "falling" to Earth but, for every inch they fall, the planet move an inch out of their way.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Do astronauts weight change in space?

Yes


Do an astronauts weight change in space?

Yes


Do astronauts in a space station weight anything?

They don't even weight a pound in space because there is no gravity pull in outerspace


What are the problems met by astronauts in outer space?

There are several problems met by astronauts in outer space. These problems include oxygen, radiation, gravity, weight, temperature, and food.


Can astronauts lift weights in space?

of course , but it would not be the same weight as on earth


What types of astronauts are there on a space mission?

trained space astronauts


Astronauts are--who fly in space?

Astronauts are people who fly in space


What do Astronauts do on space station?

The astronauts can float in the


How many astronauts are on the space station?

The number of astronauts on the space station can vary, but typically there are 6 astronauts on board the International Space Station at a time.


Why is it advantageous for astronauts to live on a space station rather than a space shuttle?

it is advantageous for astronauts to live on a space station rather a space shuttle because a space station allow astronauts to stay and work extended time . A space shuttle is a space craft to transport astronauts , satellites, and other materials to and from space.


We see astronauts floating in space but not on earth.why?

We see astronauts floating in space but not on earth.why?


Can an object have mass but not weight?

Sure. Have you seen the video of the astronauts floating around inside their satellites, international space station, space shuttle, Apollo capsule, etc. ?Weight depends on the gravitational field in which the mass is located. No gravity = no weight.