Animals aid experiment in outer space

Animals aid experiment in outer space

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Physics, Biology, Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video describes an Air Force experiment at White Sands, New Mexico, where a rocket carrying mice and a monkey is launched into space. The experiment aims to study the effects of space travel on living organisms. The rocket reaches high speeds and altitudes, with data collected on the monkey's heartbeat. The experiment concludes that humans may withstand space travel, as the animals return safely.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the experiment conducted at White Sands, New Mexico?

To launch a satellite into orbit

To observe the effects of space travel on living creatures

To break the sound barrier

To test new rocket fuel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional passenger was included in the rocket alongside the mice?

A cat

A dog

A monkey

A bird

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How high did the rocket travel during the experiment?

50 miles

80 miles

100 miles

120 miles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the maximum speed reached by the rocket?

2,500 miles per hour

1,500 miles per hour

2,000 miles per hour

1,000 miles per hour

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What conclusion did the Air Force draw from the experiment regarding human space travel?

Humans can probably withstand the effects of rocket travel

Humans cannot survive space travel

Space travel is too dangerous for any living being

Only small animals can survive space travel