Great Minds We Lost in 2012

This special year-end edition of Scishow News reflects on notable scientists who passed away in 2012, including Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride, highlighting their contributions to science and education. The episode also honors Nobel laureates for their groundbreaking work in fields like cancer research, environmental chemistry, and organ transplants. Additionally, the host corrects previous errors regarding scientific facts about Michael Faraday's experiments and planetary temperatures, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in science communication.

Which astronaut is remembered for both setting foot on the moon and contributing to education?

• John Glenn

• Neil Armstrong

• Buzz Aldrin

• Yuri Gagarin

What was Sally Ride's significant contribution to science after her space missions?

• Writing a book on astrophysics

• Becoming the first female astronaut

• Founding a company to inspire young girls in science

• Developing new spacecraft technology

What was Renato Del Becca's Nobel Prize-winning discovery about viruses?

• Viruses can be transmitted through air

• Viruses can cause cancer by altering host cell genetics

• Viruses can be used in vaccines

• Viruses can cause genetic mutations

What environmental issue did F Sherwood Roland's research help address?

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

• Global warming

• Ozone layer depletion

What was the key to successful organ transplants discovered by Joseph Murray and E Donald Thomas?

• Suppressing the recipient's immune system

• Using synthetic organs

• Using stem cells

• Matching blood types

What was the main focus of Andrew Huxley's Nobel Prize-winning research?

• Quantum physics

• Genetic engineering

• Bioelectricity in organisms

• Photosynthesis

What was the correction made about Mercury's temperature in comparison to Venus?

• Venus is closer to the sun

• Mercury has a dense atmosphere

• Venus has the highest average temperature

• Mercury is the hottest planet