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Unveiling the Truths of Space: Debunking Common Space Myths

Our cosmic journey continues as we peel back yet another layer of misconceptions about the universe. Having already shattered numerous certainties in prior episodes, today we dive even deeper into the quirks, mysteries, and outright myths surrounding space physics and celestial objects. The universe, as it turns out, is far less intuitive than we often believe—our brains cling to familiar logic, but space insists on defying it at every turn.

Can You Fire a Gun in Space?

One of the most pervasive myths in popular culture is that firearms are useless in space because there’s no oxygen for combustion. Hollywood movies giving astronauts laser guns seem to support this idea, but reality tells a different story.