outer space
- 1. Outer Space Outer space is referred to as a large void that occupies the empty areas of the sky outside the boundaries of Earth.
- 2. Effects on Humans Exposed veins and eyes bulge water in the muscles and soft tissues evaporates causing of the body to swell Direct exposure to the sun causes severe sunburn loss of vision and impaired judgment Oxygen is dumped out of the blood
- 3. Body Systems Affected Respiratory System - the lungs rupture and spill bubbles of air into the circulatory system Nervous System - loss of consciousness and convulsions occur Circulatory System -nitrogen is dissolved in the blood and forms bubbles
- 4. Human Limits in Space After about ten seconds, minor problems begin in the body After about one or two minutes, major effects begin to occur such as loss of consciousness Holding your breath can actually cause greater damage to the lungs
- 5. Equipment Needed Space suit Supply of oxygen Gloves
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