Blast Off with Sci-Five: Test Your Knowledge About the First Cat in Space with The Hindu Science Quiz!

Q: How many female cats were trained for the space flight that included Félicette?

Félicette made history as the first cat in space on October 18, 1963. She was one of 14 female cats prepared for this mission.

Q: Which country’s space program did Félicette belong to?

Her journey was part of the French space program.

Q: Where was Félicette launched from?

The launch occurred at the Interarmy Special Vehicles Test Centre in Algeria’s Sahara Desert.

Q: How long after launch was Félicette’s capsule retrieved?

Félicette’s capsule was brought back just 13 minutes after the rocket took off.

Q: What happened to Félicette after she returned to Earth?

After surviving her space adventure, Félicette was euthanized two months later for scientific research.

Félicette’s journey not only paved the way for animal space flights but also highlighted the contributions of these animals in understanding space travel. Her story is a reminder of the delicate balance between scientific advancement and ethical considerations in research.

Published on February 06, 2025, at 05:30 PM IST.