15. When we're outside working or playing or taking a space vacation tour and we're wearing an oxygen mask, then how will we eat? Do we have to go inside to eat or drink? (A K2S Question)

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(CC) Extra vehicular activity (EVA) astronauts (the ones who do spacewalks) are inside a pressurized spacesuit complete with a helmet. There is a water bag inside with a straw to allow them to drink liquids, and I believe they are also capable of having protein bar-like meals which they can take outside to eat while they are in the suit. You have to remember that EVA crewmembers cannot use their hands to put food into their mouths.

Answer provided by Charles Camarda, Ph.D. & Nicholas Patrick, Ph.D. & Dr. Jonathan B. Clark


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