Understanding Earwax: History, Composition, and Care

Understanding Earwax: History, Composition, and Care

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, History

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the history and function of earwax, starting with ancient Sumerian grooming tools. It explains how earwax forms, its genetic variations, and its role in ear health. The video warns against unsafe removal practices like ear candling and suggests safer alternatives for managing earwax buildup.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did archaeologists find in the Sumerian burial site that relates to earwax?

Weapons

Jewelry

Toiletry kits

Cooking utensils

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the technical term for earwax?

Eccrine

Sebum

Cerumen

Apocrine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which glands are responsible for the oily sweat that contributes to earwax?

Sebaceous glands

Salivary glands

Apocrine glands

Eccrine glands

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What genetic factor influences the type of earwax a person has?

A change in a single nucleotide on one gene

The number of apocrine glands

The size of the ear canal

The amount of sebum produced

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main functions of earwax?

To enhance hearing

To lubricate the ear canal

To cool the body

To produce sound

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the ear naturally remove earwax?

By dissolving it

Through a conveyor belt-like process

By absorbing it

By evaporating it

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk of using ear candling?

Improved hearing

Increased earwax production

Injuries and debris in the ears

Enhanced earwax removal

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