Radiant Ocean Creatures and Their Mysteries

Radiant Ocean Creatures and Their Mysteries

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video explores the mysterious depths of the ocean, where creatures exhibit fascinating bioluminescence. It delves into the reasons behind their glow and the potential scientific applications, such as fighting cancer and exploring the human brain. The mission of NOVA is to learn from these luminous creatures, with contributions from NASA and Caltech.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique abilities do the ocean creatures possess?

They can sing.

They can change colors.

They can flash, sparkle, and glow.

They can fly.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main mystery surrounding these ocean creatures?

What they eat.

Why they shine.

How they breathe underwater.

How they communicate.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential medical application is mentioned for the creatures' radiance?

Healing broken bones.

Curing the common cold.

Fighting cancer.

Improving eyesight.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might scientists use the creatures' glow to advance brain research?

By increasing brain size.

By enhancing memory.

By peering inside the human brain.

By mapping brain waves.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the mission mentioned in the final section?

To protect marine life.

To discover new species.

To harness the creatures' radiance for scientific purposes.

To explore the ocean depths.