Behind the Scenes at the Space Station : Experience Life in Space EPUB

Step inside one of humanity's greatest achievements with this behind-the-scenes guide to life in space Revealing a new perspective into the world of space exploration and the daring astronauts who make it possible, Behind the Scenes at the Space Station takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the International Space Station, as well as other amazing space stations past and present.

Learn what it takes to get to space and what astronauts do once they make it there, from experiments to repairs, and so much more!

Have you ever wondered if plants can grow in space? Or how astronauts go to the loo in zero gravity? Or what it feels like to orbit Earth at 17,500 mph?Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is a treasure trove of information.

Did you know that during a 24-hour period, the International Space Station completes 16 orbits of Earth and the astronauts on board see 16 sunrises and sunsets everyday? Or that it is so enormous that it was launched in pieces and constructed in orbit?Brimming with astonishing visuals, step-by-step explanations of everyday astronaut tasks, and job profiles of the adventurous people who make it happen, Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is the perfect way to experience life in space.