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Astronauts grow taller in space due to the lack of gravity compressing their spines.

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In microgravity, the spine decompresses and discs expand, so astronauts can grow about 2–5 cm taller. Much of that height gain disappears after returning to Earth’s gravity.

🤯 "Astronauts grow taller in space due to the lack of gravity compressing their spines. Space politely lets you stretch."

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