CLEAN : Dutch inventor harnessing waves to clean up the seas

CLEAN : Dutch inventor harnessing waves to clean up the seas

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Biology

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the inefficiency and high cost of traditional ocean cleanup methods, which would take thousands of years and billions of dollars. It introduces an innovative solution that leverages ocean currents to clean up debris more efficiently. The video also covers the testing and implementation of this method, highlighting the strong currents at the testing location provided by the Dutch Government, which allows for capturing both small and large debris.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one major drawback of using vessels and nets for ocean cleanup?

It is environmentally friendly.

It is a quick process.

It is very cost-effective.

It would take an extremely long time.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key idea behind the new ocean cleanup method?

Using larger vessels.

Allowing the ocean to move through the system.

Increasing the number of nets.

Cleaning only during the summer.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the testing location provided by the Dutch government ideal?

It experiences strong currents and simulates extreme conditions.

It is close to the shore.

It has calm waters.

It is a popular tourist spot.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the system's design being 1.5 meters above and below the water?

To reduce costs.

To avoid marine life.

To capture debris of various sizes.

To make it invisible.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the range of debris sizes the system aims to capture?

Only large debris.

Only small debris.

From a few millimeters to several meters.

Only medium-sized debris.