'Frozen Garden of Eden' blooms in Arctic vault

The video discusses the threats to local crops from pests, diseases, global warming, and human activities. It introduces a seed vault in the Arctic, designed to preserve up to 4.5 million seed samples, ensuring their viability for 200 years. This initiative aims to protect biodiversity and address the challenge of feeding a growing global population by 2050.

What are some of the factors threatening plant species globally?

• Overpopulation

• Pests and diseases

• Lack of sunlight

• Excessive rainfall

Where is the seed vault located?

• In the Sahara Desert

• In the Amazon Rainforest

• On a remote island in the Arctic

• On the Great Wall of China

What is the primary purpose of the seed vault?

• To store historical artifacts

• To preserve plant biodiversity

• To house endangered animals

• To generate electricity

How long can the seeds remain viable in the seed vault?

• 100 years

• 50 years

• 500 years

• 200 years

Why is the seed vault project considered crucial for the future?

• It supports space exploration

• It promotes tourism

• It ensures food security for a growing population

• It helps in reducing pollution