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What better way to study fluid physics in microgravity, than when aboard the International Space Station? That's exactly what Dr. Donald Pettit decided to do in his 6-month stay. Continue reading to see more. Click here for first picture in gallery.

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Filmed aboard the International Space Station, this fluid physics experiment was aimed to "provide significant health and safety benefits for astronauts and spin-off technologies to improve life on Earth" -- according to NASA. To be more specific, air bubble were created inside a half-dozen small spherical droplets of water -- 1-4mm in diameter.

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This entry was posted on 10/06/2008 02:00am and is filed under Feature, Science .
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