Radiation Survey Meter
This device allowed the Apollo 11 astronauts to determine the radiation in the crew compartment. It was fully portable, self-contained, and provided a direct reading of radiation dose rates. In the event of a radiation emergency (such as a solar flare) it could be used to find a habitable, low-dose region within the spacecraft.

Personal Radiation Dosimeter
Each astronaut possessed a personal radiation dosimeter to monitor the cumulative radiation dose received during the mission. The two shown here were used on the flight of Apollo 11.

Oral Hygiene Kit
Toothbrushes, toothpaste, and a spool of dental floss.

Toothbrush
Loaned by Michael Collins

Razor and Shaving Cream

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Racing to Space
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What we learned about the Moon
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