Can the human body endure the extreme environment of deep space?
In short: As we look toward becoming a space-faring species, we must confront a difficult reality. This video examines whether humans can actually adapt to the severe physiological tolls of long-term space travel.
Lisa Nip explores the biological challenges posed by life beyond Earth's orbit. The journey into deep space presents two primary physiological threats: microgravity, which impairs the growth of muscles and bones, and exposure to high doses of radiation, which can cause irreversible mutations in our DNA.
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