Do humans grow or shrink in outer space?

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2026-07-16 22:35

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In microgravity environments like outer space, astronauts experience a slight increase in height due to the lack of gravity compressing the spinal discs. However, over a long duration, the lack of gravity can lead to muscle atrophy and bone density loss, causing astronauts to become slightly shorter upon returning to Earth.

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