Rosalind Franklin for Kids | Bedtime History

The video explores the life and contributions of Rosalind Franklin, a pivotal figure in the discovery of DNA's structure. It covers her early life, education, and significant scientific work, including her role in capturing Photo 51, which was crucial in identifying the double helix structure of DNA. Despite not receiving due credit during her lifetime, Franklin's work has been recognized posthumously, highlighting her dedication to science and its potential to improve the world.

What are genes responsible for in living organisms?

• Providing energy

• Fighting infections

• Determining traits and characteristics

• Regulating temperature

What substance are genes made of?

• RNA

• Protein

• DNA

• Lipids

What was Rosalind Franklin's primary interest as a child?

• Politics

• Science

• Art

• Music

What did Franklin do with her college scholarship?

• Returned it to the college

• Used it for her studies

• Saved it for future use

• Donated it to a refugee student

What was the significance of Franklin's work on coal during World War II?

• It led to the discovery of a new element

• It helped improve gas masks for soldiers

• It was used to power military vehicles

• It provided heat for military bases

What technology did Franklin become an expert in while working in France?

• Electron microscopy

• X-ray crystallography

• Ultrasound imaging

• Nuclear magnetic resonance

What was the name of the photograph that was key to understanding DNA's structure?

• Photo 21

• Photo 151

• Photo 51

• Photo 101

What shape did Franklin determine DNA to be?

• Double Helix

• Quadruple Helix

• Single Helix

• Triple Helix

Who were the scientists that used Franklin's photo to publish their own findings on DNA?

• Wilkins and Gosling

• Randall and Avery

• Mendel and Avery

• Watson and Crick

How did James Watson eventually acknowledge Franklin's contribution to the discovery of DNA?

• In a television interview

• In a scientific paper

• In a book he wrote

• In a public speech