Turtle Longevity and Human Aging

Turtle Longevity and Human Aging

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Turtles are known for their exceptional longevity, with some species living over a century. This is partly due to their ability to manage oxidative stress, which is linked to aging. Turtles produce fewer reactive oxygen species (ROS) due to their slow metabolism and poikilothermic nature, and they have mechanisms to repair cellular damage. These adaptations may have evolved to help them survive without oxygen for extended periods. While these traits offer insights into longevity, they cannot be fully replicated in humans. The video concludes with a nod to Patreon supporters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the age of the oldest known turtle, Jonathan?

100 years

200 years

150 years

186 years

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe the ability of turtles to stay healthy and reproduce despite old age?

Oxidative stress

Rapid aging

Negligible senescence

Reactive longevity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do reactive oxygen species (ROS) play in the aging process?

They speed up metabolism

They contribute to cellular damage

They are unrelated to aging

They prevent aging

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do turtles manage to produce fewer reactive oxygen species (ROS)?

By having a fast metabolism

By consuming more calories

By having a slow metabolism

By being warm-blooded

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What enzyme do turtles produce to help maintain the length of their telomeres?

Amylase

Peroxidase

Catalase

Telomerase

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do biologists believe turtles developed their unique traits?

To live longer lives

To grow larger shells

To survive without oxygen

To become faster swimmers

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do turtles manage the burst of ROS when they come up for air?

By increasing their heart rate

By using antioxidants and cell-healing proteins

By producing more ROS

By slowing down their metabolism

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