CLEAN : Putrid smelling corpse flower blooms

CLEAN : Putrid smelling corpse flower blooms

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Biology, Science, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a plant that unexpectedly grew to 8 feet due to a heat wave. It describes the plant's flowering cycle, which includes a strong odor to attract pollinators like carrion beetles and flies. Visitors are initially disappointed by the lack of smell but are amazed by the plant's size. The video highlights the plant's unique pollination strategy and the visitor experience.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the plant to grow to an unexpected height?

A sudden rainstorm

Fertilizer application

A little heat wave

Extra watering

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the flower attract pollinators during its female cycle?

By producing nectar

By releasing a sweet fragrance

By emitting a strong odor

By changing colors

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following insects are NOT mentioned as pollinators for the plant?

Flies

Sweat bees

Butterflies

Carrion beetles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the reaction of most visitors when they see the flower?

They are disappointed by its size

They are amazed by its height

They are upset by the smell

They are indifferent

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the general expectation about the flower's smell?

It would be mild

It would be putrid

It would be pleasant

It would be sweet