Exploring Large Scientific Experiments
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Lucas Foster
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Physics, Science
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
07:04
10 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is one of the fundamental rules of the universe mentioned in the introduction?
Picard was a better starship captain than Kirk.
Bigger is always better.
The Higgs boson can be found under the couch.
Life is always fair.
2.
Multiple Choice
What is the primary purpose of the NEPTUNE project?
To study the surface of Mars.
To detect gravitational waves.
To study the ocean and its ecosystems.
To observe the Higgs boson.
3.
Multiple Choice
What type of equipment is used in NEPTUNE to listen to underwater sounds?
Thermometers
Hydrophones
Seismographs
Barometers
4.
Multiple Choice
What is the main goal of the National Ignition Facility (NIF)?
To study oceanic life forms.
To achieve nuclear fusion as a power source.
To detect gravitational waves.
To split atoms for energy.
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Multiple Choice
What is the main challenge faced by the NIF in achieving its goal?
Pumping enough energy into atoms to fuse them.
Building a larger facility.
Finding enough hydrogen.
Detecting gravitational waves.
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