Space Facts

    Random Space Facts

    There are 77 Space Facts!

    Some asteroids have other asteroids orbiting them.
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    In space, astronauts cannot cry properly, because there is no gravity, so the tears can't flow down their faces!
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    Tidal forces between the Earth and Moon are slowing the Earth down and pushing the Moon further away.
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    The moon is actually moving away from Earth at a rate of 1.5 inches per year.
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    The density of Saturn is so low that if you were to put it in a giant glass of water it would float.
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    The Earth gets heavier each day by tons, as meteoric dust settles on it.
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