Best Nap Ever: Rotifers Wake Up After 24,000 Years

Best Nap Ever: Rotifers Wake Up After 24,000 Years

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video explores the remarkable survival of rotifers, tiny aquatic animals, which can endure being frozen for 24,000 years. Researchers found living rotifers in ancient Siberian permafrost, suggesting they have mechanisms to prevent ice damage. The video also discusses skepticism around similar findings in other organisms. Additionally, it covers a study on ancient goat DNA, revealing insights into early domestication practices 10,000 years ago, showing a mix of wild and managed traits.

Read more

1 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF