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.

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