Halloween Science Quiz

What pigment gives pumpkins their bright orange color?

• Chlorophyll

• Carotenoids

• Melanin

• Anthocyanins

The sounds often attributed to ghosts can usually be explained by which phenomenon?

• Wind blowing

• Vibration from temperature changes

• Animals moving

• Human imagination

What method do bats use to navigate in the dark?

• Infrared vision

• Echolocation

• Smell

• Night vision

What material is spider silk known for?

• Being very weak

• Being stretchy and strong

• Being waterproof

• Being transparent

Which organism’s behavior can be manipulated by parasites, similar to the concept of zombies?

• Cats

• Ants

• Mice

• Frogs

What were many “witches” historically known for practicing?

• Astronomy

• Herbalism

• Physics

• Alchemy

What is the main purpose of the human skeleton?

• To produce blood

• To support and protect organs

• To store fat

• To produce hormones

The myth of vampires may be linked to which medical condition?

• Hemophilia

• Porphyria

• Anemia

• Both B and C

What chemical was primarily used in the mummification process by the Ancient Egyptians?

• Sugar

• Vinegar

• Natron

• Salt

What animal behavior is associated with the legend of werewolves?

• Hibernation

• Communication

• Pack formation

• Migration