Jupiter's Approach and Its Impact on Earth

Jupiter's Approach and Its Impact on Earth

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores a hypothetical scenario where Jupiter, the largest planet in the Solar System, goes rogue and heads towards Earth. It discusses the potential chaos and destruction that would ensue as Jupiter speeds through the asteroid belt, its gravitational influence on asteroids, and its impact on Mars. As Jupiter approaches Earth, its powerful magnetic field would cause severe radiation sickness. Ultimately, the collision would result in Earth's destruction, with both planets' atmospheres compressing and igniting, leading to a fiery end.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the increased speed of Jupiter as it heads towards Earth?

100 km per second

225 km per second

150 km per second

300 km per second

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does Jupiter play in protecting Earth?

It stabilizes Earth's orbit.

It provides a shield against cosmic rays.

It redirects asteroids with its gravitational pull.

It deflects harmful solar winds.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen to Mars as Jupiter approaches?

Mars could be completely destroyed.

Mars might gain a new moon.

Mars would remain unaffected.

Mars could collide with Earth.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How powerful is Jupiter's magnetic field compared to Earth's?

20,000 times more powerful

5,000 times more powerful

18,000 times more powerful

10,000 times more powerful

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential effect of Jupiter's magnetic field on Earth?

It could cause massive flooding.

It could cause global cooling.

It could lead to severe radiation sickness.

It could increase Earth's gravity.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to Earth's atmosphere as Jupiter collides with it?

It expands and cools down.

It compresses and heats up.

It remains unchanged.

It becomes more breathable.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate fate of Earth in this scenario?

Earth is ejected from the Solar System.

Earth burns up and fuses with Jupiter.

Earth becomes a new moon of Jupiter.

Earth survives the collision.

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