18 Questions
Which of the following is a reason for the increasing rate of species extinction mentioned in the text?
Climate change
What is de-extinction also called?
Resurrection biology
What is needed for de-extinction to become a reality according to the text?
Smarter machines
What is the key factor required for the success of de-extinction efforts?
Data analysis
What is Revive & Restore?
A non-profit organization supporting de-extinction efforts
What is the author's stance on de-extinction efforts?
Neutral on pursuing de-extinction efforts
Which technology is currently being used to process enormous amounts of data to answer questions about a particular animal’s DNA?
Artificial Intelligence
What is one of the secrets to filling in the gaps of an extinct species’ DNA?
Identifying the patterns
What technology could be a very interesting option for rapid analysis of a multidimensional data set?
NVDIMM
What type of data access is DRAM designed for?
Random access to small chunks of data
What is the main reason why biodiversity matters?
Because life forms on our planet are interconnected and support one another
What is the goal of Revive & Restore, the nonprofit 'genetic rescue' organization?
To use AI-enabled genomic mapping to revive extinct species
What is the purpose of using DNA from the San Diego Zoo's Frozen Zoo in the black-footed ferret cloning project?
To preserve genetic material from endangered species
Why is it impossible to clone dinosaurs?
Their genetic material has expired
Which bird species meets the criteria for de-extinction according to ornithologist Susan Haig?
The Passenger Pigeon
What is the next step in reviving the woolly mammoth?
Creating an artificial uterus for gestation
What is the significance of consistently cold temperatures in DNA preservation?
It dramatically slows or even halts the decomposition process
What are some complications and ethical questions that could arise from bringing back the woolly mammoth?
The potential harm to another endangered animal used as surrogate
Test your knowledge on the de-extinction of the Passenger Pigeon with this quiz! Learn about the criteria necessary for a species to be considered viable for de-extinction and explore the fascinating history of the once most abundant bird in the world. Keywords: De-extinction, Passenger Pigeon, Viability, Criteria, History.
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