The Search for Earth's Twin in the Cosmos

The Search for Earth's Twin in the Cosmos

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the concept of a twin Earth in our solar system, driven by concerns about Earth's future. It discusses the challenges of having two Earth-like planets, such as gravitational forces causing them to merge. The video imagines a harmonious existence of a second Earth, sparking immense scientific interest and potential for life. It highlights the concept of Convergent Evolution and the possibility of unique life forms. Human exploration of this twin Earth could offer new opportunities but also challenges due to limited resources. The video concludes with the discovery of TOI 700 e, an Earth-sized planet in a habitable zone.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are humans searching for a second habitable planet?

To find a place with more resources

Due to concerns about Earth's future

To explore new forms of life

To escape from Earth's gravity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Goldilocks zone?

A region where planets are made of gold

A zone where conditions are perfect for liquid water

A place where stars are closest to each other

An area with the most sunlight

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would happen if two Earth-sized planets were too close?

They would orbit each other peacefully

They would create a new solar system

They would repel each other

They would merge into a larger celestial body

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Convergent Evolution?

The process of planets forming life

The independent evolution of similar traits in different species

The merging of two planets

The adaptation of species to a new planet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might life forms on a new Earth differ if the environment is different?

They would not survive

They would evolve unique adaptations

They would look exactly like Earth species

They would become extinct

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a challenge if humans inhabited a twin Earth?

Abundance of resources

Lack of scientific interest

Limited resources with more people

Too much space to explore

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of discovering a twin Earth?

It would be a minor scientific event

It would offer new opportunities and challenges

It would have no impact on humanity

It would lead to the destruction of Earth

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