The world's largest organism | Alex Rosenthal

The video explores the concept of the largest organisms, starting with Leviatha, a blue whale, and then introducing Pando, a quaking aspen in Utah, as the largest organism by weight. Pando's size is attributed to its age, location, and self-cloning ability. The video discusses Pando's reproduction methods and the threats it faces from human activities, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts to protect this unique organism.

What is the name of the largest blue whale mentioned in the video?

• Poseidon

• Kraken

• Moby

• Leviatha

What is the estimated weight of Pando, the largest organism by weight?

• 1 million kilograms

• 6 million kilograms

• 40 metric tons

• 150 metric tons

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason for Pando's large size?

• Self-cloning ability

• Its diet

• Its age

• Its location

How do aspens like Pando reproduce when conditions are unfavorable?

• Asexually

• By cloning

• By budding

• Sexually

What natural event helps Pando's growth by clearing patches of forest?

• Floods

• Fires

• Earthquakes

• Droughts

What is one of the main threats to Pando's survival today?

• Insect infestation

• Grazing by cattle and deer

• Lack of sunlight

• Overwatering

Why is it important to preserve Pando according to scientists?

• It is a tourist attraction

• It provides oxygen

• It is the only aspen colony

• It is a scientific treasure trove