Chapter 1: The Perils of Space Exposure

The thought of drifting in space without a protective suit may evoke images of thrilling science fiction adventures; however, the truth is far more frightening and lethal. Human physiology is not equipped to endure the brutal environment of space, and without a suit, survival odds plummet.

If an individual were to find themselves suddenly exposed to the vacuum of space, their body would face immediate threats from extreme cold and the absence of atmospheric pressure. Temperatures can plummet to hundreds of degrees below freezing, leading to the solidification of bodily fluids. Additionally, the lack of pressure would result in the rapid expansion of gases within the body, causing catastrophic internal injuries.

Within mere seconds of exposure, excruciating pain would ensue as the fluids in the eyes, mouth, and lungs begin to vaporize. The body would start to swell, a phenomenon known as ebullism, where the blood in veins and arteries boils, rupturing blood vessels and releas