microgravity
noun [ U ] physics specialized uk/ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌɡræv.ə.ti/ us/ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌɡræv.ə.t̬i/
微重力
very weak gravity (= the force that makes things fall to the ground), especially in a spacecraft orbiting (= going around) the earth
Scientists believe experiments done in microgravity can find cures for disease. 科学家们相信可以在微重力环境下进行的实验中找到治愈疾病的方法。
Exercise is important for astronauts to maintain healthy circulation and bone density in a prolonged microgravity environment. 锻炼对于宇航员在长期的微重力环境中保持健康的血液循环和骨密度非常重要。
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- It is believed that organisms soon adapt to microgravity and establish a new biological steady state.
- The effects on astronauts of years in microgravity are the biggest mystery to researchers.
- Why would you expect that microgravity would be an environment the cells would respond to?