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To measure the effects of space travel on animals before risking a manned space flight.
In the early stages of a project, animals are use as a method of risk management. In other words, if plan "A" did not work, at least there would not be a loss of human life.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 8y agoAnimals were the first living creatures to be launched into Earth orbit because there was uncertainty about what might happen to living animals and they didn't want to risk exposing a human if there were hazards
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∙ 15y agoAnimals helped because they were sent up in space shuttles and stuff to test things out so they can make it safe enough for people to go up in.
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∙ 13y agoAt first, they need to test the space ship. If they send human out, it'll be more dangerous.
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Why were animals used in the first test flights of vehicles in space?
Animals require much the same conditions for life as humans. It was not known if humans could survive in space, so animals were first used because they were considered expendable.
Can animals go to space?
The animals that went into space were usually monkeys or dogs. The Russians used dogs and the United States used monkeys for most of the animal flights into space. Fruit flies were the first living things used for space flight testing.
Why did they send animals into space instead of people?
It was because space at the time was an unknown as were the effects on life. Animals were used rather than risk the lives of people.
Why do plants and animals compete most for?
Plants: -space -light -water -nutrients and minerals Animals: -food -mates(lovers) -space -water
Can animals choose if they want to go to space or not?
No.
What is deep space exploration?
Deep space exploration is a phrase used to describe the exploration of space that is not in the immediate vicinity. This typically well away from the planet Earth.
What was the rocket used for?
space exploration
How many animals die or get hurt from space exploration?
Almost none.
When did the US begin space exploration?
There are different ways to define space exploration. In the 1940s the US began sending animals into space. Planning for US human exploration began with the formation of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in July of 1958.
What instruments are used in space exploration?
space probe,etc.
How are robotics used for scientific exploration?
Space Exploration Deep-Sea Exploration Exploration at Volcanic Site -by OmegaKhan
Where are robotics used for exploration in the scientific community?
Space Exploration Deep-Sea Exploration Exploration at Volcanic Site
What are the instrument used in space exploration?
space probe,etc.
Is the money used in space exploration better used on earth?
yes.
What are elements used in space exploration?
Oxygen,titanium aluminium,
What makes the space shuttledifferent from other space vehicles that have been used for space exploration?
it is able to house people
How does a space station aid in exploration?
A space station aids in exploration because it can be used to collect data.
