Germination Gizmo Functionality and Controls

The video tutorial guides students on using the germination gizmo, starting with logging in and launching the tool. It explains the purpose of the gizmo, which is to simulate plant germination. The tutorial covers how to adjust light, water, and heat settings, and how to select different seeds for trials. It also demonstrates how to run the simulation, pause, and reset it. The video concludes with a brief farewell.

What is the first step you should take before using the Germination Gizmo?

• Log in through Clevver and access the science class homepage.

• Directly launch the Germination Gizmo.

• Complete the optional questions.

• Adjust the gizmo settings.

What is the main focus of the Germination Gizmo?

• To explore chemical reactions.

• To study the growth of animals.

• To understand how plants sprout from seeds.

• To analyze weather patterns.

How can you adjust the amount of water in the Germination Gizmo?

• By selecting from a dropdown menu.

• By typing the desired amount.

• By moving a blue lever up and down.

• By clicking on the water icon.

Which of the following is NOT a control available in the Germination Gizmo?

• Setting heat levels.

• Modifying soil pH.

• Changing seed types.

• Adjusting light levels.

What is the default amount of water set in the Germination Gizmo?

• 100 milliliters

• 0 milliliters

• 50 milliliters

• 25 milliliters

How many different kinds of seeds can you use in the Germination Gizmo?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• One

What happens when you click the play button in the Germination Gizmo?

• The simulation ends.

• The simulation resets.

• The simulation pauses.

• The simulation starts running through the days.

What is the maximum number of days the simulation can run in the Germination Gizmo?

• Seven days

• Three days

• Five days

• Ten days

What should you do if you want to start the simulation over?

• Click the play button.

• Click the rewind button.

• Click the pause button.

• Click the clear trays button.

What is the purpose of the clear trays button in the Germination Gizmo?

• To adjust the water level.

• To change the type of seeds.

• To remove seeds from the trays.

• To add more seeds.