Science Highlights of 2017

The video reviews significant scientific events of 2017, highlighting the discovery of plastic-eating caterpillars, the identification of the largest dinosaur, Patagotitan mayorum, and the record-breaking temperatures of 2017 as a non-El Niño year. It emphasizes the environmental impact of these findings and thanks supporters for their contributions.

What are the three superlatives highlighted in the introduction of the video?

• Oldest, newest, and most colorful

• Brightest, loudest, and softest

• Fastest, smallest, and coldest

• Toughest, biggest, and hottest

What unique ability do wax worm caterpillars possess?

• They can fly long distances

• They can break down polyethylene plastic

• They can survive in extreme cold

• They can glow in the dark

What is polyethylene commonly used for?

• Producing metal cans

• Making glass bottles

• Manufacturing wooden furniture

• Creating plastic bags

What is the name of the largest dinosaur discovered in 2017?

• Patagotitan mayorum

• Brachiosaurus altithorax

• Tyrannosaurus rex

• Stegosaurus stenops

How long was the femur of Patagotitan mayorum?

• 1.5 meters

• 2.4 meters

• 3.2 meters

• 4.0 meters

What weather pattern is typically associated with the hottest years on record?

• La Niña

• El Niño

• Monsoon

• Hurricane

What environmental issue was exacerbated by the heat in 2017?

• Increased volcanic activity

• Coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef

• Expansion of polar ice caps

• Decreased rainfall in deserts

What organization provided data on 2017's temperature rankings?

• United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

• World Health Organization

• NASA

• United Nations

What was a significant consequence of 2017's high temperatures?

• Increased snowfall

• Decreased ocean salinity

• Record low sea ice coverage in the Arctic Circle

• More frequent earthquakes

What platform is mentioned for supporting SciShow?

• Kickstarter

• Patreon

• Indiegogo

• GoFundMe