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To start off, there is indeed gravity in space. Objects in orbit only seem weightless because they are already in freefall. Gravity is the main forces that affects objects in space and can be used to change a trajectory. You can also change your speed and direction in space by firing rockets.

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What makes earth have gravity?

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Why would astronauts have to know what gravity is?

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What does gravity give a planet?

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Does space have more or less gravity than earth?

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Would you you die if there was no gravity on earth?

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Why do you do specific gravity what is its purpose?

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Are astronauts weight less in space?

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