Battling Lice with Cryotherapy and Drowning

Battling Lice with Cryotherapy and Drowning

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Health Sciences, Biology

6th Grade - University

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The video explores two experiments to eliminate lice: drowning them underwater and exposing them to extreme cold. Despite efforts, lice survive both conditions due to their ability to create air bubbles underwater and their resilience to cold. The video also discusses lice characteristics, such as their lifecycle and how they attach to hair.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method was initially considered to eliminate lice?

Using a comb

Using a special shampoo

Applying heat

Drowning them underwater

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique ability do lice have that allows them to survive underwater?

They absorb oxygen through their skin

They hold their breath

They create air bubbles

They can swim

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of cryotherapy as mentioned in the video?

To improve skin texture

To enhance athletic performance

To reduce body weight

To increase flexibility

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What temperature is used in the cryotherapy experiment?

-150°C

-110°C

-80°C

-50°C

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the participant feel during the cryotherapy session?

Warm and cozy

Extremely cold and uncomfortable

Indifferent

Comfortable and relaxed

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for lice that were not in contact with skin during the cryotherapy?

They survived

They died

They became dormant

They multiplied

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant reason for the rapid infestation of lice?

They live for a long time

They lay a large number of eggs

They are resistant to all treatments

They can fly