Game Interface and Radioactive Dating

Mr. Sand introduces a radioactive dating game, guiding students on how to access, download, and open it. He explains the game's features, focusing on estimating the ages of rocks using isotopes and half-lives. Tips for accurate estimation are provided, emphasizing the importance of including 'million' in calculations. The assignment involves taking screenshots of correct estimates for three rocks, with instructions for Mac users on how to capture these images.

What is the first step in accessing the radioactive dating game?

• Install a special plugin.

• Click on the provided website link.

• Download the game from the app store.

• Search for the game online.

What should you do if the game does not open due to security settings?

• Contact technical support.

• Ignore the warning and proceed.

• Re-download the game.

• Adjust the security settings in system preferences.

What can you learn by interacting with the game interface?

• The history of radioactive elements.

• The process of radioactive decay.

• How to create isotopes.

• The chemical composition of rocks.

Which isotope is recommended for estimating rock ages in the game?

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

• Uranium

What must you include when entering the estimated age of a rock?

• The rock's name

• The word 'years'

• The exact percentage

• The word 'million'

What indicates a correct estimate in the game?

• A red box appears.

• A green box with a smiley face appears.

• The game plays a sound.

• The rock changes color.

What is the final task after estimating the ages of the rocks?

• Email the game developer.

• Take a screenshot of the correct estimates.

• Record a video of the process.

• Submit a written report.

How can you take a screenshot on a Mac?

• Press Shift + Command + 3

• Press Shift + Command + 4

• Press Shift + Command + 5

• Press Shift + Command + 6

What should you do if your screenshot is incorrect?

• Ignore it and move on.

• Retake the screenshot.

• Ask a friend for help.

• Edit the screenshot.

What is the expected outcome after completing the assignment?

• No specific grade

• A grade of 50%

• A grade of 75%

• A grade of 100%