Solar-Powered Plane and Contagious Shellfish Cancer

The video covers two main topics: the Solar Impulse 2's historic transatlantic flight powered solely by solar energy, highlighting its engineering challenges and achievements, and new research on contagious cancers in shellfish, revealing how these cancers spread among bivalves. The Solar Impulse 2 aims to promote solar technology, while the cancer research uncovers surprising findings about cancer transmission in marine life.

What was the primary goal of the Solar Impulse 2 project?

• To break the record for the fastest flight

• To raise awareness of solar technology

• To transport passengers across the Atlantic

• To test new fuel types

How did the Solar Impulse 2 manage to fly at night?

• It relied on wind currents

• It used backup fuel engines

• It used energy-efficient batteries

• It landed and recharged

What was a significant challenge faced by the Solar Impulse 2 during its journey?

• Shortage of solar panels

• Engine failure

• Overheating of batteries

• Lack of pilot experience

What is unique about the cancers found in shellfish according to the research?

• They are caused by bacteria

• They are harmless to the host

• They only affect one species

• They spread like infectious diseases

Which species was found to have cancer cells from a different species?

• Soft shelled clams

• Tasmanian devils

• Cockles

• Golden carpet shell clams