VOICED : Poisoning rhino horns to prevent poaching

VOICED : Poisoning rhino horns to prevent poaching

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Health Sciences, Biology

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the issue of rhino poaching in South Africa, highlighting the high value of rhino horns on the black market. It details a specific poaching incident and the gruesome methods used by poachers. To combat this, a new tactic of poisoning rhino horns is being employed, making them harmful for human consumption but safe for rhinos. This method aims to deter poachers by reducing the horn's market value. The video also covers the process of horn poisoning and its effects, with the hope of saving rhino lives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason poachers target rhinos?

For their bones

For their horns

For their skin

For their meat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new method being used to protect rhinos from poachers?

Installing surveillance cameras

Building stronger fences

Poisoning their horns

Relocating them to safer areas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of the poison on humans who consume it?

It improves vision

It has no effect

It causes severe health issues

It enhances strength

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the horn appear after being treated with poison?

It remains unchanged

It turns blue

It becomes transparent

It turns red

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the intended outcome of poisoning rhino horns?

To increase the horn's value

To make the horns inedible

To make the horns more attractive

To strengthen the rhino's health