iDigBio delivers digital collections of natural specimens

iDigBio delivers digital collections of natural specimens

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Science, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the BIO grant funded by NSF to digitize Natural History collections across the US. The goal is to make these collections accessible online for education, research, and other purposes. It highlights the use of 3D printed specimens and augmented reality to enhance learning experiences. The digital data can be accessed online, eliminating the need to visit museums.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary objective of the BIO project?

To fund new Natural History museums

To conduct field research in Natural History

To digitize Natural History collections for online access

To create physical replicas of museum collections

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can schools utilize the 3D printed specimens?

For decoration purposes

To replace textbooks

For school projects and teaching

To sell them for fundraising

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology is used to bring specimens to life in the BIO project?

Virtual Reality

Augmented Reality

Holography

Artificial Intelligence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can people find the digital data from Natural History collections?

Online

In physical museums only

In local libraries

In private collections

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the intended uses of the digital data made available by the BIO project?

For personal entertainment

For global research and education

For commercial advertising

For political campaigns