This article discusses the dangers and obstacles faced by astronauts during space exploration, including the effects of low-gravity conditions, radiation exposure, and its impact on human health.
It is widely assumed that future space exploration will include lengthy periods of space travel by astronauts and living for months/years in bases on the moon and planets. But this assumption seriously underestimates the dangers to the human body posed by extraterrestrial environments, not to mention the huge financial cost of funding ventures in space.
These various obstacles are Outer space is hostile to human life that evolved on Earth and is attuned to Earthly physical and social conditions. Our muscles waste and bone growth is inhibited in low-gravity conditions. Living in space negatively affects the human microbiome, circadian rhythm and eyesight, weakens the heart and immune system and radiation in space damages cells throughout the body, increasing the risk of cancer and fatal at higher radiation levels. Radiation refers to various forms of energy emitted as rays and/or particles. Here on Earth we are exposed to various radiations including visible light, ultraviolet light, infrared radiation, X-rays and gamma ray
Space Exploration Astronauts Human Health Low-Gravity Radiation Exposure
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
How to Create the Perfect Play Space for KidsLynn Mooney Murray, a mum of three and owner of kidstore.ie, shares tips on creating a play space that grows with your child and brings joy to playtime.
Read more »
Wicklow Native Liam Scales Reflects on His Career and ChallengesWicklow native Liam Scales, who was on the LOI team of the year in 2021, reflects on his career progression and experiences playing against top teams like Atlético Madrid. He also discusses the challenges faced by Ireland's national team due to injuries. Scales also mentions receiving his PFAI team of the year medal from 2021.
Read more »
The Importance of the G20The G20 is essential for addressing global challenges and promoting cooperation among nations.
Read more »
Children's Break Time and Playground IssuesLife in the schoolyard: “It’s survival of the fittest. It can be a very intense time. It just doesn’t match how structured, mentored or supported children are in the classrooms”
Read more »
Dozens of vacant buildings in Ireland amid housing crisisDozens of Garda stations, former Garda officers’ residences, dormant Met Eireann weather buildings and Coastguard stations are all lying vacant in the middle of a housing crisis. The Irish Mirror can reveal that the OPW (Office of Public Works) has 82 of these buildings vacant or idle at the moment. One of the buildings is potentially worth millions of euro on its own as its three stories occupies prime space at 44 and 45 O’Connell Street in Dublin.
Read more »
Creating a Cosy Kitchen with Ambient LightingWarm lights carefully placed around the room will cosy up a space and make the dark days not seem so daunting. Ambient kitchen lighting has come into its own, and we want to make sure we have got it right. Learn how to create a comfortable and welcoming kitchen with ambient lighting.
Read more »