The International Space Station (ISS) is a remarkable feat of international cooperation and a testament to human ingenuity. Let's delve into some of its key aspects: A Global Laboratory: The ISS is a large space station orbiting Earth, where astronauts from various countries conduct scientific research and experiments in microgravity. A Collaborative Endeavor: Built and maintained by a partnership of five space agencies: NASA (United States), Roscosmos (Russia), ESA (Europe), JAXA (Japan), and CSA (Canada). A Home in Space: It provides a platform for long-duration human spaceflight, enabling us to study the effects of space on the human body and mind. Key Features and Functions: Research Laborator y: Equipped with various modules, laboratories, and research facilities for conducting experiments in fields like biology, physics, materials science, and Earth observation. Crew Quarters : Provides living and working space for astronauts, ...
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