Animal Astronauts | Compilation

The video explores the history and significance of sending animals to space, highlighting their role in advancing space technology and understanding the effects of space travel on living organisms. It covers early missions with animals like monkeys and dogs, and discusses ongoing research on microgravity and radiation using creatures such as nematode worms and rodents. The video also delves into the challenges of reproduction in space, examining the effects of microgravity on pregnancy and fetal development. Finally, it highlights the use of fruit flies in studying the impact of space travel on the heart and immune system, emphasizing their importance in future space exploration.

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