Bio-mimicry Quiz

Products that use biomimicry use what as their inspiration?

• architecture

• artists and designers

• nature

• new technology

Biomimicry can also be referred to as

• bionature

• biomimetics

• copy cat design

• biodesign

One advantage of using biomimetics is...

• it ensures the products are environmentally friendly

• it can help us make new technology cheaply

• it can help us develop new materials and products using a lot less resources that we use currently

• it can replace all the technology we already have with new and better

One of the earliest product examples of biomimicry is what?

• velcro

• buttons

• spider silk

• a zip

A company used which inspiration to produce swim wear that moves fast in the water?

• fish scales

• shark skin

• coral reefs

• sword fish shape

Spider silk inspired which material?

• cotton

• acrylic

• kevlar

• polyester

Kevlar is a very strong fabric and is used for

• aeroplane seats

• curtains

• swim suits

• sails on boats

What was the inspiration behind velcro?

• bee hives

• fish scales

• pine cones

• burdock seeds

Inspiration from birds has helped to improve what?

• Wing design on planes

• Wind turbine blades

• Aerodynamic car design

• comfortable seating on trains

Why are scientists interested in looking at species of squid when designing new products?

• they can change colour to blend into their background to provide the ultimate camouflage.

• their super aerodynamic shape can inspire new vehicles.

• their speed at swimming through the water to catch prey.

• their tentacles are bio luminescent and glow in the dark.