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Challenges of Human Health in Space
This chapter explores the health risks faced by astronauts, particularly due to weightlessness and radiation, which can damage mitochondrial function and lead to accelerated aging. It also introduces the potential dangers of hypomagnetic conditions in outer space and their effects on multicellular organisms. The discussion emphasizes the need for further research and engineering solutions as humanity advances in space exploration.
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