Human Evolution and Spring Science

The SciShow Quiz Show, hosted by Michael Aranda, features contestants Hank Green and Emily Graslie. The show includes rounds on the science of springs, scientific hoaxes, and human evolution oddities. Contestants answer questions to earn points, with the winner receiving DFTBA merchandise. The show combines humor with educational content, exploring topics like Hook's Law, the Piltdown Man hoax, and modern human evolutionary traits.

Who is the host of the SciShow Quiz Show?

• Stefan

• Hank Green

• Emily Graslie

• Michael Aranda

What is the main topic of the first round in the quiz show?

• The art of springing

• The history of springs

• The science of springs

• The season of spring

Which law describes the property of elasticity in springs?

• Newton's Law

• Boyle's Law

• Hooke's Law

• Ohm's Law

What was the supposed significance of the Piltdown Man?

• Proof of human evolution

• A member of an extinct race of giants

• A recently deceased Neanderthal

• A missing link between apes and humans

What did Charles Redheffer claim his invention could do?

• Extract gold from seawater

• Turn salt water into fresh water

• Demonstrate perpetual motion

• Turn sunlight into electricity

Which human trait was falsely reported to become extinct in 200 years?

• Blond hair

• Right-handedness

• Blue eyes

• Freckles

What percentage of modern humans are missing a leg muscle that ancestors had?

• 20%

• 15%

• 9%

• 5%

Which statement about modern human evolution is false?

• Humans have bigger whites of their eyes compared to other primates

• 9% of modern humans are missing a leg muscle

• The brain of modern humans grows larger over time

• Modern humans are the first human species known to have red hair

What is the evolutionary benefit of having larger whites of the eyes?

• Better night vision

• Improved visual communication

• Enhanced color perception

• Increased eye protection

What is the plantaris muscle used for in primates?

• Swimming

• Running

• Climbing trees

• Jumping