10 Discoveries Made in National Parks

The video explores the scientific contributions of U.S. national parks, highlighting key discoveries such as the Arlington Springs Man, the oldest dinosaur fossil, and new species found in various parks. It also covers significant historical sites like Thomas Edison's lab and the Wright Brothers' shop, and the ecological study on Isle Royale. These parks have been pivotal in advancing our understanding of human history, paleontology, biodiversity, and ecological dynamics.

What is one of the main contributions of national parks to science?

• They provide a habitat for endangered species.

• They are a source of natural resources.

• They are popular tourist destinations.

• They have been sites for significant scientific discoveries.

What did the discovery of Arlington Springs Man suggest about early human migration?

• Humans migrated through the middle of the continent.

• Humans migrated along the Pacific Coast.

• Humans migrated from Europe.

• Humans did not migrate at all.

What was significant about the dinosaur fossils found in Arizona's Petrified Forest National Park?

• They were the oldest dinosaur fossils discovered at the time.

• They were the first dinosaur fossils found in the US.

• They were the largest dinosaur fossils ever found.

• They were found in a desert environment.

Which national park is known for the discovery of the Devil's Hole pupfish?

• Yosemite National Park

• Yellowstone National Park

• Death Valley National Park

• Grand Canyon National Park

What is unique about the Mammoth Cave in Kentucky?

• It is the oldest cave discovered.

• It has the most species of bats.

• It is the longest cave system on Earth.

• It is the deepest cave in the world.

What is the name of the world's tallest known tree discovered in Redwood National Park?

• Hyperion

• Atlas

• Titan

• Olympus

What was the focus of the longest running ecological study on Isle Royale?

• The impact of climate change on glaciers

• The growth of plant species

• The migration patterns of birds

• The interaction between wolves and moose