25 Common Beliefs That Are Totally Wrong

In space, there is no gravity.

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Gravity Exists in Space The belief that space lacks gravity is a widespread error, likely inspired by videos of astronauts floating in orbit. In reality, gravity is everywhere in the universe. The weightless feeling astronauts experience isn’t from a lack of gravity but from being in constant free fall. Objects like the International Space Station (ISS) are pulled toward Earth by gravity but move forward so fast that they keep "missing" the planet, staying in a state of endless fall. This delicate balance of gravity and speed creates the illusion of zero gravity.

Gravity is the force that holds the cosmos together, guiding planets, moons, stars, and galaxies. Without it, nothing would stay in place. Grasping gravity's role in space reveals the incredible harmony that lets astronauts explore and study the universe.