Keeping people alive in space has been a cornerstone of spaceflight technology since before humans even went to space. Systems need to provide for all the biological needs and remove all the byproducts from life processes.
Recycling is important to minimize the amount of consumables required on long duration flights. The international space station has moved away from filters, scrubbers and solid fuel oxygen generators to racks of equipment which keep the air fresh and breathable.
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