Animals aid experiment in outer space

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.

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

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

• A cat

• A dog

• A monkey

• A bird

How high did the rocket travel during the experiment?

• 50 miles

• 80 miles

• 100 miles

• 120 miles

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

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