microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgra-və-tē 
: a condition in space in which only minuscule forces are experienced : virtual absence of gravity
broadly
: a condition of weightlessness
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It’s also used to monitor the jugular vein, which is prone to clots due to microgravity, as well as other bodily systems.
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Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Throughout its lifespan, the station has served as a test bed for scientific research in microgravity and has in years past opened itself up to private commercial missions.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Unlike terrestrial settings, space missions expose machines to vacuum conditions, microgravity, extreme temperature swings, and high levels of radiation, pushing robotic systems far beyond conventional operating limits, reports CNEVPost.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
The two also conducted an ocular examination on one of Cardman's eyes, to assess how her retina, cornea, and lens have been affected by microgravity.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
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Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Throughout its lifespan, the station has served as a test bed for scientific research in microgravity and has in years past opened itself up to private commercial missions.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Unlike terrestrial settings, space missions expose machines to vacuum conditions, microgravity, extreme temperature swings, and high levels of radiation, pushing robotic systems far beyond conventional operating limits, reports CNEVPost.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
The two also conducted an ocular examination on one of Cardman's eyes, to assess how her retina, cornea, and lens have been affected by microgravity.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
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“Microgravity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microgravity. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgrav-ət-ē
: the condition of being weightless or of the near absence of gravity
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