Studying Supernovas From the Bottom of the Ocean

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What potential impact did cosmic rays from a supernova have on Earth's climate?
They increased Earth's temperature.
They facilitated plant growth, which could have cooled the planet.
They led to the extinction of dinosaurs.
They caused massive volcanic eruptions.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do scientists differentiate between atoms from Earth's formation and those from supernovae?
By measuring their size.
By analyzing their color.
By studying their radioactive decay.
By observing their magnetic properties.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Iron-60 and why is it significant in supernova studies?
A radioactive isotope that indicates supernova remnants.
A radioactive isotope used to date ancient artifacts.
A common element in Earth's atmosphere.
A stable isotope of iron found in Earth's core.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where did scientists find evidence of Iron-60 on Earth?
In volcanic rocks.
In the atmosphere.
In ocean sediments.
In the Earth's core.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the likelihood of a supernova affecting Earth in the near future?
Moderate, with several stars within 100 light years.
Impossible, as supernovae cannot affect Earth.
Very high, as there are many nearby stars ready to explode.
Low, as no nearby stars are likely to go supernova soon.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often do supernovae occur in the Milky Way Galaxy?
Once every thousand years.
A few times a century.
Every decade.
Once a year.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the closest supernova candidate to Earth mentioned in the transcript?
Sirius
Proxima Centauri
Betelgeuse
Alpha Centauri
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