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In space how does one tell what direction being no fixed point? Or how does one tell up from down and so on?

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In space how does one tell what direction being no fixed point? Or how does one tell up from down and so on?

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Ask Science@lemmy.worldEnglish · 2 days ago

Ok getting some real sciency answers which proves you are way better than I am. Can you guys and gals break some of it down like I am 5 or so?

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This. There is, generally, no up or down, unless you specifically choose a frame of reference. That might be the earth, the Milky Way, or your own geosynchronous satellite.

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