Space Science

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Space Science

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Space Science

Find out about extraordinary scientific experiments on the International Space Station.

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Look closely The International Space Station is a large spacecraft where astronauts can live.

It circles Earth 15 times a day and travels around 350 kilometres above our heads. If you look closely, you can see it from Earth.

Right now, astronauts on the International Space Station are conducting experiments.

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Why experiment in space?

Scientists working on the International Space Station want to discover information about the universe.

Their experiments can last a long time because they live there for months.

These discoveries will help astronauts go on missions that will take them further from Earth.

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The International Space Station Crews typically stay on board for about six months. They work from Monday to Friday and for half a day on Saturday.

As well as conducting experiments, they have to keep themselves fit, eat and find time to relax and sleep.

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