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Why do astronauts keep floating in the spaceship?

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They feel Earth's gravity.

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There is air all around in space.

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They don't feel Earth's gravity.

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They wear floatation suit.

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Solution

The correct option is C They don't feel Earth's gravity.
People inside the spaceship don't experience gravity. Without it, nothing is pulling them towards the ground. Hence, astronauts can float inside the spaceship.

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