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In 1962, NASA blew up a water tank65 miles above Earth to study the atmosphere

TOI SCIENCE DESK27 Aug 2026, 05:22 amUpdated 51 min ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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In 1962, NASA blew up a water tank 65 miles above Earth to study the atmosphere

NASA explored biological life-support systems for extended space travel decades ago. Researchers examined recycling resources and using living organisms to sustain astronauts. Plants and microorganisms could process waste and provide essential resources for missions. This early work laid the groundwork for future lunar and Martian settlements. Sustainable living beyond Earth remains a significant scientific and engineering challenge.

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Source: Times of India · TOI SCIENCE DESK. Published 27 Aug 2026, 05:22 am.

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