Agnirva Space Premier League - Expedition #31981: Exploring Pea Plant Growth with the Astenia-Gorokh L-131-1-B Experiment

The Astenia-Gorokh L-131-1-B experiment is a continuation of previous plant studies conducted aboard the ISS, focusing on the growth of pea plants under microgravity. Conducted by Dr. Vladimir Sychev and his team from IMBP RAS, this experiment, which was part of Expeditions 12 and 14, aims to refine techniques for cultivating plants in space. By observing how pea plants adapt to the lack of gravity, the research provides valuable insights into plant biology and cultivation technology that could support future space missions. The results from this study could play a significant role in developing sustainable plant cultivation methods for long-term space expeditions, which is essential for feeding astronauts and maintaining a self-sustaining ecosystem.

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