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The Artemis II crew landed safely

The Artemis II crew landed safely
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The Artemis II crew have safely returned home after re-entering Earth's atmosphere at 25,000mph (40,000km/h), splashing down off the coast of California.

They have travelled deeper into space than any humans before them - just over 4,000 miles more than the record of 248,655 set by Apollo 13 in 1970.

Astronauts are highly trained to cope with the physical and mental strain of space.

Although it might seem like it would be a difficult experience to endure, astronauts talk about being in space as the highlight of their lives and say they would return in an instant.

In a press conference before landing, Christina Koch said the inconveniences, such as freeze-dried food or a toilet without much privacy, were worth it.

Nasa does not release details about the crew members' health or private lives, but here's what's likely to happen to Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen now they're back.

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