It is a common phenomenon for astronauts to experience a difference in height while they are exploring the outer space. However, a Japanese astronaut named Norishige Kanai’s recent claim left many wondering when he stated that his height had increased by 9 cm (around 3.5 inches). Interestingly, only hours later, the 41-year-old corrected his statement and stated that it was a measurement error.
Exaggerating his height growth while he was in the International Space Station, he said it had grown by 9 cm during three weeks in his previous tweet. He also added that he had not experienced such a rapid growth since his school time. He further expressed his concern and wondered whether the sudden increase in height would hamper his return to Earth as the increase might obstruct him from fitting into the spacecraft. Norishige is presently on the Expedition 54/55 and shared his concerns on Twitter on January 8.
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