Two astronauts swim toward Aquarius, an underwater research facility that is their home from May 7 to May 18. NASA conducts regular training sessions at the facility, helping astronauts prepare for the rigors of spaceflight. Most of the time, Aquarius hosts marine scientists who study the water and life of the Florida Keys. [NASA]
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