4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn’t Hear About This Week - Episode 28

4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn’t Hear About This Week - Episode 28

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Science, Biology, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry

11th Grade - University

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The video explores four innovative research projects. First, researchers use shrink films to create strong, durable grippers for soft robotics. Next, a novel anti-ice coating is developed to prevent ice accumulation on large surfaces. Then, a method to produce hydrogen from industrial wastewater using sunlight is introduced. Finally, the impact of tree cover on urban temperatures is analyzed, showing significant cooling effects with sufficient tree density.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the shrink film grippers developed by researchers?

To create decorative art pieces

To support heavy objects in soft robotics

To enhance the color of polystyrene

To improve the efficiency of solar panels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the new anti-ice coating work to prevent ice accumulation?

It melts the ice upon contact

It heats the surface to evaporate ice

It prevents ice from forming

It reduces the toughness between ice and the surface

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the innovative aspect of the hydrogen extraction method from industrial wastewater?

It uses wind energy

It relies on fossil fuels

It requires high temperatures

It uses self-sustaining photocatalysis with sunlight

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of tree cover is needed on a city block to achieve significant cooling effects?

60%

40%

10%

25%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential benefit of the hydrogen extraction method for refineries and chemical plants?

It reduces the need for water

It decreases the production of hydrogen

It eliminates the use of fossil fuels for hydrogen production

It increases the production of fossil fuels