Callie Moore's Role and Responsibilities

The SciShow Talk Show features Callie Moore, a collections manager at the University of Montana Paleontology Center. Callie discusses her role in managing fossils, her career journey, and the process of fossil identification. The show also introduces Loki, a Chinese water dragon, and explores the history and behavior of pronghorns. The episode concludes with information on Callie's daily work and ongoing projects, as well as resources for further learning.

What is Callie Moore's role at the University of Montana?

• Professor of Paleontology

• Field Geologist

• Collections Manager

• Research Scientist

How did Callie Moore first learn about the job at the University of Montana?

• At a job fair

• In an Earth magazine

• In a newspaper ad

• Through a friend

What is the estimated age range of the stromatolite Callie brought?

• 1.5 to 2.5 million years

• 1.5 to 2.5 billion years

• 318 million years

• 25 million years

What is the significance of the coelacanth fossil Callie discussed?

• It is the largest fossil in the collection

• It is the only fossil from outside Montana

• It is a rare species with excellent preservation

• It is the most recent fossil discovered

What is a unique characteristic of pronghorns mentioned by Callie?

• They can jump very high

• They are faster than any predator

• They are the largest land mammals

• They have the longest lifespan

Which of the following is NOT one of Callie's responsibilities?

• Supervising volunteers

• Educational outreach

• Conducting fieldwork regularly

• Managing the fossil collection

What is the primary material Callie uses to digitize the fossil collection?

• X-ray machine

• 3D scanner

• Digital camera

• Laser cutter

What is one of the challenges Callie faces with the Cambrian collection?

• No storage space

• No volunteers

• Unorganized specimens

• Lack of funding

What is the main reason Callie enjoys her job after eight years?

• Finding new specimens

• Traveling for fieldwork

• Writing research papers

• Teaching students

What unique feature does the Chinese water dragon Loki have?

• Camouflage skin

• Venomous bite

• Third eye for sensing light

• Ability to fly