To observe how disinfectants help prevent the growth of germs. Eyedropper Tape Rubber gloves Background Housekeeping routines are very important while living in space.
Germs can grow rapidly in space and create a health hazard.
To maintain a healthy environment, crewmembers clean the living areas regularly. With seven people living on board the Space Station everything has to be wiped down with disinfectants. The eating utensils and trays have to be cleaned with a disinfectant cleaner and dry general-purpose wipes. All this housekeeping is done to keep the Space Station as germ-free as possible. Remove the covers from two of the agar dishes.