Space basics

Article Abstract:

Much information remains to be uncovered despite the abundance of data about Earth. For instance, Earth is estimated to be 4.6 billion years old, with land elevated by 860 meters from the sea level and the oceans averaging in depth to 3,900 meters. Other data are presented.

Author: Chartrand, Mark
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1992
Observations, Earth

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The compleat space tourist

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A profile on the environmental and physiological stresses that a space tourist encounters in his flight is presented. Space tourists should learn to anticipate their personal needs in their travels, similar to the preparations made in a long cruise trip.

Author: Chartrand, Mark
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1996
Physiological aspects, Space flight, Astronauts

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Space basics

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Radiation is one of the primary hazards of space flight. The different kinds of radiation, their origin and their effect on humans and spacecraft are presented and discussed.

Author: Chartrand, Mark
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1993
Analysis, Spacecraft, Space vehicles, Radiobiology, Extraterrestrial radiation, Radiation shielding

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