Biosphere 2: Challenges and Controversies

Biosphere 2: Challenges and Controversies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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Biosphere 2, a large terrarium funded by Edward P. Bass, was designed to be a self-sustaining environment to test technologies for space colonization. Despite its ambitious goals, the project faced controversies, including allegations of using external resources. These issues overshadowed the scientific research, leading to its decline. Today, Biosphere 2 continues to strive for its original scientific goals while overcoming its controversial past.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of Biosphere 2?

To serve as a tourist attraction

To provide a habitat for endangered species

To generate electricity

To conduct scientific research in a controlled environment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who funded the construction of Biosphere 2?

Elon Musk

Bill Gates

Warren Buffett

Edward P. Bass

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main mission of the Biospherians?

To create a new form of energy

To study animal behavior

To develop self-sustaining technologies for space

To explore the ocean

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Biospherians promise to do inside Biosphere 2?

Use external resources

Invite tourists

Build new structures

Live without outside supplies

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What controversy arose regarding the Biospherians' food supply?

They ate only plants

They imported food from outside

They grew all their food

They relied on prepackaged food

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Biospherians reportedly manage their oxygen levels?

By using oxygen tanks

By secretly replenishing from outside

By planting more trees

By using natural ventilation

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of rumors surrounded the Biospherians?

Financial scandals

Environmental violations

Personal relationships

Political affiliations

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