Quarantine
Close Looking
Look closely at the two suits pictured above. What do you notice about them? They are the Biological Isolation Garments of Buzz Aldrin (left) and Michael Collins (right). What do you think these garments were created for? Watch the video below, and watch for the biological isolation garments!
When did astronauts wear biological isolation garments?
These garments, worn by Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin, were designed to be worn after the astronauts had returned to Earth until they arrived at the Mobile Quarantine Facility. The suits were stored in bags like the one featured below in the image. This package held Buzz Aldrin's suit. To learn more about these objects, go to the National Air & Space website.
What were biological isolation garments created for?
These garments, worn by Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin, were designed to be worn in order to prevent any spread of alien organisms from the Moon.
Are there similar containment garments for astronauts today?
No; these garments were discontinued after Apollo 12 as it was determined that there was no life on the Moon.
How long did the Apollo 11 astronauts quarantine for?
The astronauts were required to stay inside the facility in medical isolation for 21 days. These extraordinary measures were a precaution against an uncertain threat of contagion.
Where did the Apollo 11 astronauts quarantine?
To learn more about the Apollo 11 astronaut quarantine, click here!