Why do astronauts wear helmets?
Astronauts wear helmets because space has no air to breathe.
Pip’s answer
- Astronauts wear helmets because space has no air to breathe.
- The helmet holds air inside, so they can breathe just like at home.
- A shiny gold cover keeps the super bright sunlight out of their eyes.
- Ooh, a helmet is like a tiny bubble of home they carry in space!
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For grown-ups
Space has no breathable air or pressure, extreme temperatures and strong sunlight. A spacesuit helmet holds pressurized oxygen around the astronaut's head, and a thin gold-coated visor reflects harsh sunlight and ultraviolet rays to protect their eyes.
Ask your child: What would you put on the front of your space helmet?
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