Atlantis Shuttle Takes Worms Into Space

On Monday, the space shuttle Atlantis successfully launched into space. A team of six astronauts is now on its way to the International Space Station. But, they aren't the only passengers on board. It turns out that 4,000 microscopic worms will be joining them on the Atlantis, as well. The creatures will be studied at the International Space Station, helping scientists to learn more about the effects of deep space on living creatures.

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