Animals in Space: Pioneers and Research Contributors

The video explores the history of animals in space exploration, starting with fruit flies in 1947. It highlights key milestones, such as monkeys, mice, dogs, and cats being sent to space by various countries. The video emphasizes the scientific importance of these missions in understanding the effects of space on living organisms, which aids in making future space flights safer for both humans and animals.

What were the first animals from Earth that flew in space?

In what year did Albert the second become the first monkey in space?

What was the altitude reached by the mouse sent into space in 1950?

Which animal became the first living being to orbit the Earth?

What purpose do animals serve in space exploration according to the text?