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In article <1993Jan21.131803.1674@cs.rochester.edu>, dietz@cs.rochester.edu (Paul Dietz) writes:
> From: Carl Hage <hage@netcom.com>
> 
>> .... Also, it would seem that odor might be a problem
>> in such a small enclosed space.
> 
> 
> I understand that they have a system where air is recirculated through
> a large mass of soil.  This replicates one of the mechanisms of the
> natural biosphere for cleansing the atmosphere.  Microorganisms are
> significant sinks for CO, H2, and numerous other trace gases.  And,
> indeed, they claim that odors have not been a problem.
> 
> I have read, however, that the Shuttle is pretty rank at the end of a
> flight.  Is this true?


Yes.  The astronauts say " you sweat for a week+ with 5 or 6 other guy (or gals)
and not be able to take a shower, and have your food never settled in your
stomach (ergo-always producing gas) and then tell me how you think it will
smell?"

I am not an astronaut but I get the picture.

Sincerely,

Paul Sylvester Shanley
Researcher ad Infinitum et al
School of Human Sciences
Auburn University
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ad astra per Mylanta




> 
> 	Paul F. Dietz
> 	dietz@cs.rochester.edu