RI 5.2 Task Cards

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What did Julia Butterfly Hill do to protect the giant Redwood tree?

Back

She lived in the tree for two years to prevent it from being cut down.

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What is the primary habitat of giant pandas?

Back

Bamboo forests in China.

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How can you tell if an egg is hard-boiled?

Back

By spinning it; a hard-boiled egg spins faster and longer than a raw egg.

Front

What mechanism do some roller coasters use to stop?

Back

Strong magnets that create attracting forces to bring the coaster to a gentle stop.

Front

What is unique about the Atacama Desert?

Back

It is the driest place on Earth, with almost no rainfall.

Front

What is the average daily bamboo consumption of a giant panda?

Back

About 30 pounds (14 kg) of bamboo.

Front

What happens to the habitat of giant pandas due to deforestation?

Back

They are losing their habitats.

Front

What is the average yearly rainfall in the Atacama Desert?

Back

Just one millimeter.

Front

What is the significance of Julia Butterfly Hill's actions?

Back

She raised awareness about environmental conservation and the importance of protecting trees.

Front

What are the effects of the shifting liquid inside a raw egg when spun?

Back

It causes the egg to spin poorly.