The Wow! Signal

The video discusses the Wow Signal, a mysterious radio signal detected in 1977 by Jerry Ehman. It explores the search for extraterrestrial life, the analysis of the Wow Signal, and possible explanations for its origin. The video also covers National Geographic's 2012 reply to the Wow Signal using the Arecibo Observatory. The Wow Signal remains a mystery, and the video concludes with a call to support SciShow Space.

What was the Wow signal, and when was it detected?

• A comet passing by Earth in 1990

• A mysterious radio signal detected in 1977

• A solar flare observed in 2000

• A new planet discovered in 1985

Who was responsible for identifying the Wow signal?

• Neil Armstrong

• Stephen Hawking

• Carl Sagan

• Jerry Ehman

What makes the frequency of the Wow signal significant?

• It is the same frequency used by Earth-based radio stations

• It is naturally emitted by hydrogen, the simplest element

• It is the frequency of visible light

• It is used for military communications

What was the purpose of the messages sent by the National Geographic Channel in 2012?

• To reply to the Wow signal

• To test a new radio telescope

• To announce a new TV series

• To communicate with the International Space Station

Why is using the Wow signal's frequency on Earth illegal?

• It is reserved for potential extraterrestrial communication

• It is used for emergency broadcasts

• It interferes with military operations

• It disrupts weather satellites