What Might Happen To The Body Of A Person Who Dies In SPACE?
Nearly 21 people have died since the first man climbed into a rocket and launched into space 60 years ago. As space agencies prepare for their first human mission to Mars, the death toll will likely rise. Astronauts heading to the Red Planet will spend at least seven months inside a capsule on a path humans have never taken. And if they survive during the journey to the Red Planet, they will endure the harsh environment of Mars' climate. And when a crew member dies, it may take months or years before the body is returned to Earth, which raises one question: What happens to the body of a person who dies in space? Experts suggested a number of ways to dispose of the body, including "throwing the corpse" into the dark abyss or burying the person on the surface of Mars. However, the worst-case scenario was presented with the heroes of space running out of food, and the only edible thing was the corpse of their deceased colleague. NASA has not established protocols to deal