The Rocket That Took Tortoises to the Moon

The video discusses the USSR's Zone 5 mission, which sent tortoises around the moon using the Proton rocket. The Proton's unique design and controversial fuel, UDMH, are explained. The mission's achievements, including being the first to return from another celestial body, are highlighted. Biological experiments with tortoises and other organisms were conducted to study space travel's effects. The Proton rocket's legacy, including its role in launching ISS modules, is also covered.

What was the primary purpose of the USSR's Zone 5 mission?

• To send the first animals around the moon

• To land humans on the moon

• To test the Proton rocket's capabilities

• To establish a lunar base

What made the Proton rocket's design unique compared to other rockets of its era?

• It had a central tube surrounded by smaller tubes for fuel

• It was the first reusable rocket

• It used solar power for propulsion

• It had a single large booster

Why was the use of UDMH fuel in the Proton rocket controversial?

• It was extremely expensive

• It was highly toxic

• It was not powerful enough

• It was difficult to produce

What was a significant achievement of the Zone 5 mission?

• First human landing on the moon

• First mission to orbit Mars

• First mission to go around the moon and return to Earth

• First mission to establish a space station

Why were tortoises chosen for the Zone 5 mission?

• They were the only animals available

• They could survive without food or water for long periods

• They were known to enjoy space travel

• They were the lightest animals to send

What was a major reason for phasing out the Proton rocket?

• It was too expensive to launch

• It was replaced by a more powerful rocket

• It faced competition from private companies

• It was unable to reach the moon

What legacy did the Proton rocket leave behind?

• It was the first rocket to land on Mars

• It launched the first two Russian modules of the ISS

• It was the first reusable rocket

• It was the first rocket to use solar power