In space, without gravity, astronauts feel weightless, so their bodies and everything around them float freely.
Photo Credits: Pexels
When astronauts first go into space, many of them feel "space sickness," which is like getting motion sickness on Earth.
Photo Credits: Pexels
As they orbit Earth at high speeds, astronauts experience several sunrises and sunsets each day. This means they see the sun rise and set much more often than on Earth.
Photo Credits: Freepik
In space, astronauts can grow up to 2 inches taller because the spine expands without the pull of gravity.
Photo Credits: NASA
When astronauts sleep in space, they float, so they often use a sleeping bag tied down to stop them from drifting around the spacecraft.
Photo Credits: NASA
Many astronauts report that food tastes different in space, often becoming blander, leading them to prefer spicier or more flavorful foods.
Photo Credits: Unsplash
With no day-night cycle, astronauts often lose track of time so they rely on a strict schedule.
Photo Credits: NASA
Astronauts see flashes of light when they close their eyes, caused by cosmic rays passing through their retinas.
Photo Credits: NASA
In space, tears don’t roll down your face. Instead, they form little bubbles that float away or cling to your eyes.
Photo Credits: NASA
Going to the bathroom in space is a complex task, requiring special equipment to manage waste in zero gravity.
Photo Credits: NASA
10 critical challenges Sunita Williams faces while stuck in space