Regarding the Environment of a Space Station, Which of the Following

question 379

Multiple Choice

Regarding the environment of a space station, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)There should be some flexibility in the use of living and work areas.
• B)The lack of any noise on a space station is a significant stressor for many astronauts.
• C)It is beneficial for astronauts to have some privacy with most preferring solitary pastimes, such as reading, writing, or watching movies.
• D)Eating at least one meal together each day can help keep crew members working as a social unit.

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Definitions:

Myelination

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Neurotransmitter

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Corpus Callosum

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Cognition Deterioration

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