Protecting our forests. NSF Science Now 3

The video discusses various NSF-funded research projects. It covers the impact of climate change on phytoplankton diversity, linking math anxiety to brain regions associated with physical pain, the health effects of silver nanoparticles, and the benefits of leaving damaged forests to recover naturally. Each study provides insights into environmental, psychological, and health-related phenomena.

What is the predicted impact of warmer oceans on phytoplankton diversity in tropical regions by the end of the 21st century?

• A 40% decrease in diversity

• Complete extinction of phytoplankton

• A 40% increase in diversity

• No change in diversity

Which brain regions are activated in individuals with math anxiety?

• Regions associated with happiness

• Regions associated with physical pain

• Regions associated with memory

• Regions associated with vision

At what educational level can math anxiety begin according to the research?

• Middle school

• First grade

• College

• High school

What rare condition can result from ingesting too much silver?

• Asthma

• Argyria

• Anemia

• Algeria

What did the Harvard University study suggest about managing damaged forests?

• Clear all fallen trees immediately

• Leave the forest to recover naturally

• Plant new trees immediately

• Burn the damaged area