Rakus the Sumatran Orangutan Quiz
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What characteristic of the liana plant makes it significant in the context of Rakus's behavior?

  • It is used primarily for construction.
  • It is a common food source for orangutans.
  • It has known healing properties. (correct)
  • It is toxic to most animals.

What event likely caused Rakus's cheek wound?

  • Infection from unclean water.
  • Injury from a human encounter.
  • An accident caused by a branch fall.
  • A fight with another orangutan. (correct)

At what age is Rakus believed to be?

  • 40 years old.
  • 35 years old. (correct)
  • 25 years old.
  • 30 years old.

What is the primary habitat of Rakus, the Sumatran orangutan?

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How did researchers initially become aware of Rakus's wound?

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What is the average number of tornadoes reported in the US in April?

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Which tornado classification was the EF-4 twister that struck Marietta, Oklahoma?

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During which specific date range did about 100 tornadoes occur across the US?

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Which region of the United States is primarily known as 'Tornado Alley'?

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What was one major consequence of the tornado that struck Minden, Iowa?

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What is the primary reason for the decline in the Sumatran orangutan population?

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How long did Rakus spend on his self-treatment process?

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What was the outcome of Rakus's self-treatment after five days?

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What notable behavior did Rakus exhibit after treating his wound?

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What significant milestone does Rakus's case represent in wildlife behavior?

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What phenomenon leads to the formation of a tornado?

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Which state reported three tornadoes that caused significant damage on May 10, 2024?

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How does the average number of tornadoes reported by May 12, 2024, compare to previous years?

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Why is Tornado Alley particularly prone to tornadoes?

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What characterizes the duration and intensity of supercells compared to typical thunderstorms?

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What is a key feature of the X-59 that distinguishes it from traditional supersonic jets?

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What measures is NASA taking to evaluate the X-59's performance?

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What was a major limitation of the Concorde that the X-59 aims to overcome?

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What innovative design element does the X-59 utilize in its cockpit?

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What is the intended food production capacity of Dogen City annually?

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What potential future development could result from the success of the X-59's design?

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What year was the Schoonship neighborhood in the Netherlands established?

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What is one of the significant features of the Dogen City project aside from food production?

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How many residents is the Busan floating city project designed to accommodate?

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What feature distinguishes the Schoonship neighborhood as a model for floating cities?

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What is the primary objective of NASA's X-59 aircraft?

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At what speed is an object considered to be flying at supersonic speed?

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Which mission is the X-59 aircraft a part of?

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What type of experience does the sonic boom produced during supersonic flight create?

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What aspect of air travel does the X-59 aim to improve according to its mission goals?

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What is the primary feature of Dogen City that aids in protecting against natural disasters?

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Which aspect of Dogen City's design focuses on technological advancements for city management?

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How does N-Ark's Dogen City plan to ensure sustainability?

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What alarming prediction do experts make regarding coastal communities by 2050?

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What is one characteristic of the two-layer design of Dogen City?

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What is a significant characteristic of 'zombie' fires?

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How does the increase in wildfire activity in Canada compare to previous years according to the content?

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What role does organic matter like peat play in 'zombie' fires?

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What event triggered the resurgence of 'zombie' fires in Canada?

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Which type of fire is characterized by burning underground for extended periods?

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What is a primary characteristic of zombie fires that makes them difficult for firefighters to detect?

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Which of the following factors has contributed to the increase in zombie fires in British Columbia and Alberta over the past three years?

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How many zombie fires were estimated to be active in British Columbia this year?

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In which of the following regions are zombie fires NOT commonly reported?

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What type of vegetation contributes to the occurrence of zombie fires in cool coniferous forests?

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What is the general trend regarding the detection of zombie fires in remote forest areas?

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Which of the following statements regarding zombie fires is inaccurate?

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What is an implication of less snow in areas where zombie fires are present?

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Flashcards

Rakus's Action

A Sumatran orangutan treated a cheek wound with a medicinal plant, a liana.

Wound Cause

Likely a fight with another orangutan.

Medicinal Plant

Liana, a vine known for healing properties by locals.

Observation Date

Researchers noticed the wound on June 22, 2022.

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Orangutan Location

Gunung Leuser National Park, northern Sumatra, Indonesia.

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Sumatran Orangutan

A critically endangered ape species found in the northern tip of Sumatra, Indonesia.

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Rakus's self-treatment

A Sumatran orangutan used a plant to heal a wound, involving eating, chewing, and applying the juice.

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Wound Healing Plant

A plant used by Rakus for healing his wound, with chewing and leaf application.

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Critical endangerment

Sumatran orangutans are in danger of extinction, with low populations.

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Scientific Reports Publication

Rakus's unique wound-healing method was published in Journal Scientific Reports.

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Tornado Alley

A region in the central United States (Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, etc.) highly susceptible to tornadoes, especially during spring.

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April Tornado Activity

Typically sees a high number of tornadoes, with an average of about 182 tornadoes in the US. This year, there were over 300.

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EF-4 Tornado

A violent tornado with winds between 166 mph and 200 mph.

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Marietta, Oklahoma Tornado

A major EF-4 tornado that struck Marietta, Oklahoma, causing significant property damage and killing one person in April 2024.

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2024 Tornado Season

This year's tornado season in the US has been exceptionally active, and is on track to be one of the most active in history by April statistics.

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Tornado Formation

Tornadoes form when strong rotating storms (supercells) happen with cold, dry air meeting warm, moist air.

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Tornado Structure

A powerful rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm cloud to the ground, created by faster spinning air.

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Supercell Storm

A severe rotating storm that results in a tornado, lasting longer than typical thunderstorms.

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Tornado Alley

A region with frequent tornadoes due to the intersection of specific air masses.

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Tornado Frequency

The US has the most tornadoes worldwide, with approximately 1,200 annually.

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Zombie Fire

A wildfire that seems to return after a period of dormancy, burning underground, fueled by organic matter like peat.

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Peat Fire

A type of zombie fire, burning underground in organic materials like peat.

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Holdover Fire

Another term for a zombie fire, referring to fires that persist below the surface.

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Wildfire Season

A period of high wildfire activity, marked by numerous blazes.

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Evacuate

To leave a place during a crisis, especially for safety reasons.

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Supersonic Speed

Speed faster than the speed of sound, approximately 768 mph (1,236 km/h).

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Sonic Boom

Loud sound produced when an object travels faster than the speed of sound.

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X-59 Aircraft

A NASA aircraft designed to fly supersonically without a sonic boom, part of the QueSST mission.

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QueSST Mission

NASA's mission to develop quiet supersonic technology.

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Sonic Boom Prevention

The X-59's design aims to reduce or eliminate the sonic boom created by supersonic flight.

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X-59 Jet's Purpose

To reduce the noise of supersonic flight.

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Zombie Fires

Underground wildfires, often flameless, that remain active even when snow-covered, and can re-emerge later.

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Detection Difficulty

Zombie fires are hard to spot because they are often in remote areas and burn without visible flames, making them difficult to detect by conventional methods.

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X-59 Design Feature

A long nose and cockpit without a forward-facing window for better sound management.

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Low Precipitation

Reduced snowfall and warmer temperatures in recent years have allowed zombie fires to continue burning below the snowpack.

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Supersonic Flight Issue

Noise created by shock waves that restricted flight paths, like the Concorde.

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Canada's Wildfires

Canada has experienced a significant increase in zombie fires recently, with a notable number active in British Columbia and Alberta.

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X-59 Testing Location

Over Californian cities to gather community feedback on sound.

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Underground Fires

Fires burning within duff layers and large logs beneath the surface of the ground.

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X-59's Potential Impact

Possible new supersonic commercial aircraft if noise issues are solved by 2030.

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Flameless Nature

Zombie fires typically burn without visible flames, making them harder to detect.

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Remote Forest Areas

Many zombie fires occur in hard-to-reach forest areas.

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Recent Increase

This year, there has been a substantial rise in the number of zombie fires in British Columbia and Alberta compared to usual occurrences.

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Dogen City

A proposed floating city designed to mitigate the effects of rising sea levels, measuring roughly 1 mile in diameter and 2.5 miles in circumference, with a unique two-layer design.

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Floating City Design

The proposed city's circular shape provides protection against tsunamis, and features a self-sufficient maritime city on top, and a sea-cooled data center below.

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Rising Sea Levels

A global concern resulting from climate change, projected to cause annual flooding for millions living in coastal areas by 2050.

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Circular Shape

The circular design of Dogen City is a protective measure against tsunamis, providing stability and security.

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Sea-Cooled Data Center

A critical component of the underwater layer of Dogen City, managing city operations, healthcare, and even drug discovery, utilizing the ocean's cool temperature.

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Dogen City

A planned self-sufficient maritime city designed to hold 10,000 residents and 40,000 visitors

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Busan's Floating City

A large-scale project in South Korea aiming to build a sustainable maritime metropolis for 100,000 residents.

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Schoonship Neighborhood

A current example of a thriving floating community in the Netherlands, comprised of 46 homes and 30 water plots, currently housing about 100 residents.

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Self-sufficient City

A city designed to produce its resources and meet its needs entirely from internal resources.

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Maritime Metropolis

Huge city established on or near the sea, frequently designed as a sustainable city.

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