The Russian scientific team prepared the artificial satellite "Bion-M," which in its new mission carried out even more interesting research into space. On board are 75 mice and 1,500 flies.
To launch the satellite into orbit, the "Soyuz-2.1b" rocket was used, and it reached cosmic orbit in only 9 minutes 23 seconds. The high technology and stability of the rocket provided scientists with a satisfactory result.
Scientists plan to study in detail, using the mice and flies placed on "Bion-M" №2, how cosmic radiation and Earth's geomagnetic field affect living organisms. Through these studies, important data will be obtained for long-term human space travel in the future.
The satellite is planned to remain in orbit for 30 days, during which continuous monitoring and scientific observations will be conducted. "Bion-M" №2 is created as a hermetic device, and modern scientific instruments are placed in its internal and external parts.
Inside, besides mice and flies, there are medicinal plants, various seeds, algae, microorganisms, as well as root cells of humans and animals. This provides an opportunity to determine how different biological objects react to various effects in the space environment.
According to scientific sources, from 1973 to 1996, 11 "Bion" satellites were launched into space. On their board were monkeys, mice, bats, guppies, insects, and even single-celled organisms. These historical missions form the basis of the modern "Bion-M" program and are the first steps of contemporary research.
Now, with the launch of "Bion-M" №2 into orbit, even wider and more complex research has begun. Scientists aim to observe organisms' reactions in space in detail and lay the foundation for new scientific discoveries. Thus, interesting and important information is presented not only to the scientific community but also to every space enthusiast.
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