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It is not possible to burn a fire in outer space because fire requires oxygen to burn, and in the vacuum of space where there is no oxygen, there can be no combustion. On space missions, fires are not ignited but rather prevented through strict safety protocols and the use of non-flammable materials.

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Can you smoke a cigarette in outer space?

No, you cannot smoke a cigarette in outer space because there is no oxygen to sustain combustion. Additionally, smoking in a spacecraft is not allowed due to the potential fire hazard and air quality concerns for the crew.


Why can't you see fire in space?

Fire needs oxygen to burn, and space is a vacuum with no oxygen. Without oxygen, fire cannot ignite or sustain itself. Additionally, in the absence of gravity, flames burn in a spherical shape, which may not be easily visible from a distance.


How much fuel does a space shuttle burn to make it to outer space?

The Solid Rocket Boosters each burn 1,100,000 lbs of fuel. The main tank which contains essentially a liquid oxygen/hydrogen mix burns a little less than 1,200,000 lbs. A little is reserved for maneouvring in space.


Does paper burn in space?

Yes, paper can burn in space, but it requires an external heat source and oxygen. In the vacuum of space, there is no oxygen to support combustion, so while paper can ignite if exposed to a flame or another heat source, it cannot burn spontaneously. In a controlled environment, such as a spacecraft where oxygen is present, paper can indeed catch fire and burn.


When rockets leave the space shuttle how do they not catch the shuttle on fire?

The solid rocket boosters used by the space shuttle separate and fall away once they are burnt out, so there is no risk of them catching the shuttle on fire. Additionally, the boosters are designed to burn cleanly without producing excess flames or residue that could harm the shuttle.

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What is the duration of Fire Maidens from Outer Space?

The duration of Fire Maidens from Outer Space is 1.33 hours.


When was Fire Maidens from Outer Space created?

Fire Maidens from Outer Space was created on 1956-09-06.


Can you light a fire in space?

Yes- BUT- you need a fuel AND an oxidizer, since outer space is a vacuum (no air= no oxygen). Gasoline alone would not burn, but an oxy-acetylene cutting torch WOULD burn- since it has its own fuel and oxygen.


What are the ratings and certificates for Fire Maidens of Outer Space - 1956?

Fire Maidens of Outer Space - 1956 is rated/received certificates of: USA:Approved USA:Passed (National Board of Review)


What are the release dates for Fire Maidens of Outer Space - 1956?

Fire Maidens of Outer Space - 1956 was released on: UK: July 1956 USA: 6 September 1956


What gas do rockets need to help the fuel burn in outer space?

oxygen


How does the shuttle fire burn its engines in space?

The shuttle does not fire it's engines in space, it only fires orbit adjusters.


Can you smoke a cigarette in outer space?

No, you cannot smoke a cigarette in outer space because there is no oxygen to sustain combustion. Additionally, smoking in a spacecraft is not allowed due to the potential fire hazard and air quality concerns for the crew.


What elements are named after things in outer space?

fire, water,air, earth


How would fans affect a fire on the International Space Station?

If there is oxygen on the space station, a fire could burn. Fans do not produce oxygen, but they could help spread the fire.


Why can't you see fire in space?

Fire needs oxygen to burn, and space is a vacuum with no oxygen. Without oxygen, fire cannot ignite or sustain itself. Additionally, in the absence of gravity, flames burn in a spherical shape, which may not be easily visible from a distance.


How can there be fire in space without oxygen?

Fire in space can occur without oxygen because it doesn't need air to burn. In space, fire can happen due to the presence of fuel and heat, even in the absence of oxygen.