Genius Materials on the ISS Quiz

What makes Corning Gorilla Glass a smart material?

• It is a type of metal alloy.

• It is engineered at the molecular level.

• It is naturally occurring.

• It is made from recycled materials.

What is the primary goal of the InSPACE-3 experiment?

• To test the durability of Gorilla Glass.

• To develop new alloys for construction.

• To study the self-assembly of colloidal particles.

• To create new types of smartphones.

What unique property do MR fluids exhibit?

• They become invisible in water.

• They emit light when heated.

• They change color in sunlight.

• They harden or change shape in a magnetic field.

How do MR fluids contribute to a smoother ride in vehicles?

• By reducing the weight of the vehicle.

• By electronically adjusting stiffness.

• By absorbing sound waves.

• By increasing fuel efficiency.

What potential application of MR fluids is mentioned in robotics?

• Creating transparent screens.

• Generating electricity.

• Producing sound waves.

• Moving artificial joints and limbs.