El desastre del Hindenburg

The Hindenburg was a German airship that began transatlantic voyages in 1936. In May 1937, it caught fire while attempting to land in New Jersey, resulting in 35 deaths. The cause of the disaster remains debated, with theories ranging from hydrogen leaks to static electricity reacting with the airship's coating. The disaster marked the end of the airship industry, as planes replaced them within four years.

What year did the Hindenburg begin its transatlantic voyages?

• 1938

• 1935

• 1936

• 1937

How many people died in the Hindenburg disaster?

• 30

• 35

• 45

• 40

What gas was used in the Hindenburg that contributed to its flammability?

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Helium

What was added to hydrogen to detect leaks in the Hindenburg?

• Pepper

• Mint

• Onion

• Garlic

What components in the Hindenburg's coating are thought to have contributed to the disaster?

• Silver and Gold

• Lead and Tin

• Copper and Zinc

• Aluminum and Iron Oxide