1,284 New Exoplanets, and Tsunamis on Mars!

1,284 New Exoplanets, and Tsunamis on Mars!

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Physics, Science, Other

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the confirmation of 12,184 new exoplanets using a novel method that employs computer programs to analyze Kepler Objects of Interest. This method is faster and as accurate as traditional methods. Additionally, the video covers research on Mars, suggesting that megatsunamis shaped its northern plains, potentially creating environments suitable for ancient life. The video concludes with acknowledgments to patrons and mentions SpaceX's Falcon 9 landing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main advantage of the new method used to confirm exoplanets?

It could detect planets in other galaxies.

It was faster and just as accurate as previous methods.

It was cheaper than traditional methods.

It required no human intervention.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many of the newly confirmed exoplanets are considered rocky?

21

428

550

756

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What geological feature on Mars was studied to understand its terrain?

Volcanoes

Polar ice caps

Northern plains

Canyons

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is believed to have caused the megatsunamis on Mars?

Volcanic eruptions

Tectonic shifts

Asteroid impacts

Melting ice caps

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent achievement by SpaceX is mentioned in the video?

Sending astronauts to the Moon

Launching a satellite to Mars

Landing a Falcon 9 rocket on a drone ship

Building a new space station