Pykrete and Forensic Techniques

The SciShow Quiz Show features a tie-breaker between Hank and Reid, with rounds on forensics, human body traits, and material science. The show discusses the reliability of forensic techniques, Mendelian traits in humans, and the properties of pykrete. The winner receives a special pin and SciShow swag, while the loser gets a rare pin. The show is supported by Patreon patrons.

What is the main purpose of the SciShow Quiz Show episode?

• To showcase new forensic techniques

• To break a tie between two contestants

• To discuss Mendelian traits

• To introduce new scientific concepts

Which forensic technique is no longer considered reliable for identifying individuals?

• Tooth print analysis

• Vein analysis

• Fingerprint analysis

• Retina scans

What household item is used to develop latent fingerprints?

• Cooking spray

• Witch hazel

• Superglue

• Ammonia

Which human trait is actually controlled by a single gene?

• Ability to roll your tongue

• Lactose intolerance

• Bending your thumb backward

• Attached earlobes

What is Stendhal syndrome?

• Fainting from viewing art

• Fainting from peeing

• Fainting from hot showers

• Fainting from brushing hair

Under what condition can humans see infrared light?

• When light includes both infrared and ultraviolet

• When the light beam is very wide

• When the light beam is very narrow

• When light comes in short bursts

What was the original purpose of inventing pykrete?

• To build a boat

• To provide housing in Antarctica

• To build a bridge

• To preserve food

What is pykrete made of?

• Ice and plastic

• Ice and metal

• Ice and sawdust

• Ice and sand

Why was pykrete considered useful during World War II?

• It was lightweight

• It was transparent

• It was bulletproof

• It was easy to produce

What was a major challenge in using pykrete for building ships?

• It was too expensive

• It melted too quickly

• It wasn't strong enough

• It was too heavy