Exploring Gitanjali Rao's Journey
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Why did Gitanjali Rao want to solve the problem of unsafe drinking water in Flint, Michigan?

  • She wanted to become famous
  • She wanted to make money
  • She wanted to win a science competition
  • She wanted to help people (correct)
  • What was the problem with the existing test kits for detecting lead in water, according to the text?

  • They took too long to give results (correct)
  • They were not accurate
  • They were too big
  • They were too expensive
  • What did Gitanjali Rao read about that inspired her to create a better test kit for detecting lead in water?

  • Tiny tubes used to test for poison in the air (correct)
  • A news story about polluted water in another city
  • A competition for young inventors
  • A new chemical that could remove lead from water
  • What is lead, according to the text?

    <p>A metal that is invisible and tasteless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How old was Gitanjali Rao when she learned about the problem of unsafe drinking water in Flint, Michigan?

    <p>11 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gitanjali Rao and the Problem of Unsafe Drinking Water in Flint, Michigan

    • Gitanjali Rao wanted to solve the problem of unsafe drinking water in Flint, Michigan, because she was deeply concerned about the issue.

    Limitations of Existing Test Kits for Detecting Lead in Water

    • Existing test kits for detecting lead in water had some limitations, including the need for a lot of training and expertise to use them, and the fact that they were often expensive.

    Inspiration Behind Creating a Better Test Kit

    • Gitanjali Rao was inspired to create a better test kit for detecting lead in water after reading about the problem of lead contamination in Flint, Michigan, and the limitations of existing test kits.

    What is Lead?

    • Lead is a potent neurotoxin that can cause serious health problems, including brain damage, stunted growth, and organ failure.

    Gitanjali Rao's Age During the Events

    • Gitanjali Rao was only 11 years old when she learned about the problem of unsafe drinking water in Flint, Michigan, and began working on a solution.

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