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    During lift-offs and reentries astronauts always assume a prone (i.e., parallel to the ground) position. Why is this perferable to a sitting-up position?

    Question #24946. Asked by Nude Dude. (Dec 07 02 2:15 PM)


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    		When sitting G-forces force the blood from the head, so lying down reduces this effect

    Dec 07 02, 4:38 PM

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