Space Facts

    Random Space Facts

    There are 77 Space Facts!

    The heart of an astronaut actually gets smaller when in outer space.
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    The population of the Earth has more than doubled since 1950.
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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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    There are approximately 3,500 astronomers in the U.S. - but over 15,000 astrologers.
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    A lightning bolt generates temperatures five times hotter than those found at the sun's surface!
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    The Earth gets 100 tons heavier every day due to falling space dust.
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