Quiz on Mount Everest Measurements

What is the main purpose of Gautam and his team’s climb to Mount Everest?

• To beat previous climbing records.

• To obtain precise measurements of the mountain's height.

• To install new climbing routes for future climbers.

• To study the effects of frostbite on climbers.

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Why do scientists believe Mount Everest’s height might have changed?

• New climbing methods have affected the summit.

• A powerful earthquake hit Nepal in 2015.

• The mountain is affected by frequent avalanches.

• It has not been measured for over 100 years.

What two methods are being used to measure Everest’s height?

• Trigonometry and sea level modeling with satellite navigation.

• Laser scanning and GPS tracking.

• Drone imaging and sonar mapping.

• Gravity measurements and weather station analysis.

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What did Gautam’s team use to measure the summit beneath the snow?

• A radar device.

• A laser pointer.

• A gravimeter.

• A drone camera.

How is the gravimeter critical to this project?

• It measures the temperature at the summit.

• It calculates the mountain’s air pressure levels.

• It determines the force of gravity at various points.

• It tracks climbers' progress through the terrain.

What risk did Khim Lal Gautam personally experience during the climb?

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Why is the new measurement of Mount Everest considered significant?

• It updates data for tourists and climbers.

• It uses advanced technology to achieve the most accurate result.

• It helps locate the mountain’s exact location on maps.

• It reveals changes in sea level worldwide.

How does satellite navigation contribute to the measurement?

• It calculates the snow’s thickness at the summit.

• It helps determine the mountain’s ellipsoidal height.

• It pinpoints the summit’s exact geographical location.

• It monitors wind speeds and weather conditions.

What role does patriotism play in Nepal’s measurement project?

• It inspires climbers to reach the summit for personal pride.

• It motivates the nation to measure its own mountain for the first time.

• It encourages Nepal to compete with other countries for scientific advancements.

• It allows the nation to charge foreign climbers for future expeditions.

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What challenge did the team face while using the gravimeter?

• The equipment was too heavy to carry up the mountain.

• It was difficult to transport along rough Himalayan roads.

• It failed to function in cold conditions.

• The gravimeter gave inconsistent readings.