A recent simulation created by DG EYE science on YouTube has revealed the horrifying consequences of being in space without a spacesuit. The video demonstrates the potential fate of a human exposed to the vacuum of space, and it’s as terrifying as one could imagine.

The simulation explains that within seconds, the gases in the human body would expand, causing the lung tissues to rupture. Additionally, the water on the surface of the eyes, skin, and mouth would start to evaporate, and the water in the blood would begin to boil. The video depicts the body swelling and becoming larger, as the skin is elastic and strong enough to withstand the pressure.

Ultimately, the heart would slow down and stop, leading to death by asphyxiation. The absence of atmosphere and pressure in space would cause the water within our bodies to boil, a critical issue considering that humans are composed of two-thirds water.

Dr. Kris Lehnhardt, an element scientist for the Human Research Program at NASA, emphasized the severity of the problem, stating, ‘As you can imagine, given that 60 per cent of the human body is made up of water, this is a serious problem.’ He further explained that all body tissues containing water would start to expand in such conditions.

The chilling simulation is a stark reminder of the dangers of space exploration. Aerospace engineer Jim LeBlanc, who tested spacesuit performance in a vacuum chamber in 1966, recounted his experience of the effects of a disconnected pressurized air supply, vividly describing the sensation of saliva bubbling on his tongue before losing consciousness.

Despite the horrifying realities depicted in the simulation, it is remarkable that individuals are drawn to the idea of venturing into space. The video serves as a cautionary tale, shedding light on the extreme conditions beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

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