World War I airplanes are used to combat budworms responsible for the destruction of forests in New Brunswick

The video discusses the threat posed by the spruce budworm to Canada's New Brunswick forests, crucial for the paper industry. Entomologists plan to use DDT to combat this pest. World War I biplanes are employed to disperse the insecticide over a million acres, with pilots from various countries participating in this large-scale operation to preserve valuable timber resources.

What is the primary threat to the softwood resources in New Brunswick's forests?

• Spruce budworm infestation

• Climate change

• Deforestation by humans

• Forest fires

What chemical is planned to be used to combat the spruce budworm?

• DDT

• Glyphosate

• Atrazine

• Malathion

Which type of aircraft is used to disperse the insecticide?

• Modern jets

• Helicopters

• World War I biplanes

• Drones

How many pilots are involved in the aerial operation?

• More than 40

• More than 50

• More than 30

• More than 20

What is the total area covered by the aerial operation?

• Over 1 million acres

• Over 500,000 acres

• Over 750,000 acres

• Over 1.5 million acres