Scientific Discoveries and Historical Records

Hank Green discusses recent scientific discoveries and advancements, including a new dinosaur species, the creation of element 113, advancements in genome sequencing, and upcoming space missions. The video highlights the rediscovery of Pegomastax Africanus, the competition between Japanese and Russian scientists in creating element 113, a new genome sequencing technology for infants, and SpaceX's mission to the ISS. Additionally, Felix Baumgartner's record-breaking skydive is covered.

What is the name of the newly discovered dwarf dinosaur mentioned in the video?

• Stegosaurus

• Velociraptor

• Tyrannosaurus rex

• Pegomastax africanus

What unique features did Pegomastax africanus possess?

• A long neck and tail

• Large canine teeth and quill-like bristles

• Wings and feathers

• Horns and a frill

Which two countries' scientists are competing for the credit of creating element 113?

• Japan and Russia

• India and Brazil

• Germany and France

• USA and China

How did the Japanese team create element 113?

• By combining hydrogen and helium

• By using a particle accelerator

• By bombarding bismuth with zinc ions

• By fusing uranium and plutonium

What is the name of the new genome sequencing technology developed for newborns?

• SSAGA

• GenomeX

• BioSeq

• CRISPR

How long does the new genome sequencing technology take to analyze a newborn's genome?

• 2 days

• 6 hours

• 1 week

• 1 month

When did modern humans last exchange genes with Neanderthals?

• Between 37,000 and 86,000 years ago

• 10,000 years ago

• 1 million years ago

• 100,000 years ago

What is the purpose of SpaceX's upcoming mission to the ISS?

• To launch a new satellite

• To resupply the ISS with materials for experiments

• To repair the Hubble Space Telescope

• To conduct a manned mission to Mars

What record is Felix Baumgartner attempting to break with his skydive?

• Longest skydive

• Highest and fastest skydive

• Most skydives in a day

• First skydive from space

What altitude will Felix Baumgartner's skydive start from?

• 50 km

• 100 km

• 37 km

• 10 km