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What was the remarkable discovery about a nematode worm?
What was the remarkable discovery about a nematode worm?
- It had the ability to regenerate after being dormant for a short time.
- It had been dormant for 46,000 years, the longest period known. (correct)
- It had been dormant for only a few years, like previous specimens.
- It was found alive in the Sahara Desert, contrary to expectations.
What significant new medication was approved by the FDA?
What significant new medication was approved by the FDA?
- A drug that can halt the loss of cognitive functions in Alzheimer's patients by 27%. (correct)
- A drug that can completely eliminate the risk of heart disease.
- A drug that can reverse the effects of aging.
- A cure for the common cold.
What did scientists discover about plants?
What did scientists discover about plants?
- Plants can sense and respond to human emotions.
- Plants can emit sounds in the ultrasonic range when they are distressed. (correct)
- Plants can communicate with each other using visible light signals.
- Plants can produce a sweet fragrance when they are well-hydrated.
Where was the ancient nematode worm found?
Where was the ancient nematode worm found?
What is one of the potential implications of the discovery of the ancient nematode worm?
What is one of the potential implications of the discovery of the ancient nematode worm?
What is the significance of the new Alzheimer's drug approved by the FDA?
What is the significance of the new Alzheimer's drug approved by the FDA?
According to the passage, what is the potential significance of plants emitting sounds?
According to the passage, what is the potential significance of plants emitting sounds?
What is the ranking of Alzheimer's disease among the causes of death in developed countries?
What is the ranking of Alzheimer's disease among the causes of death in developed countries?
What is one of the potential side effects of the new Alzheimer's drug?
What is one of the potential side effects of the new Alzheimer's drug?
What is the longest period of dormancy previously known before the discovery of the ancient nematode worm?
What is the longest period of dormancy previously known before the discovery of the ancient nematode worm?
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