Marine Adhesives and Their Applications

What is the primary survival strategy of mussels and barnacles in harsh marine environments?

• They produce adhesives to stick to surfaces.

• They migrate to safer areas.

• They hide under rocks.

• They swim away from predators.

What is the main focus of the research conducted in labs regarding marine adhesives?

• Observing the behavior of marine creatures in the wild.

• Developing new types of seafood.

• Analyzing the chemical and structural properties of marine adhesives.

• Studying the diet of marine creatures.

Why is it challenging to replicate marine adhesives on a large scale?

• Marine adhesives are too expensive to produce.

• The natural adhesives are not strong enough.

• The amount of adhesive produced by marine creatures is too small.

• Marine adhesives are toxic.

What is a significant problem with current adhesives used in products like plywood and furniture?

• They are toxic and permanent.

• They are not strong enough.

• They are too expensive.

• They are difficult to apply.

What is a key feature of the new bio-based adhesives inspired by marine biology?

• They are more colorful.

• They are degradable under mild conditions.

• They are more expensive.

• They are less sticky.

What is one potential application of adhesives in the medical field?

• Replacing sutures and staples.

• Creating new types of bandages.

• Improving hospital flooring.

• Developing new surgical tools.

What is a critical requirement for adhesives used in medical applications?

• They must be easy to remove.

• They must be very cheap.

• They must set in a wet environment.

• They must be colorful.

Why is it important for adhesives in medical applications to be non-toxic?

• To make them more durable.

• To improve their color.

• To prevent harm to patients.

• To ensure they are affordable.

What is a potential benefit of using adhesives in transportation, such as cars and planes?

• They make vehicles more colorful.

• They increase the weight of vehicles.

• They improve fuel efficiency by reducing weight.

• They make vehicles more expensive.

What does the speaker encourage the audience to do at the end of the talk?

• Buy more marine adhesives.

• Explore nature and ask questions.

• Spend more time indoors.

• Avoid using technology.