Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
What shape does Michelle Thaller assert the Earth is?
What shape does Michelle Thaller assert the Earth is?
- Cuboid
- Round (correct)
- Oval
- Flat
What did B.o.B. claim to use to prove the Earth is flat?
What did B.o.B. claim to use to prove the Earth is flat?
- Historical documents
- Laws of math and physics (correct)
- Religious scriptures
- Personal experience
According to Neil deGrasse Tyson, what kind of words are 'using math and physics' to prove the Earth is flat?
According to Neil deGrasse Tyson, what kind of words are 'using math and physics' to prove the Earth is flat?
- Fighting words (correct)
- Peaceful words
- Neutral words
- Inspiring words
What does Michelle Thaller suggest using to observe the roundness of the Earth?
What does Michelle Thaller suggest using to observe the roundness of the Earth?
Signup and view all the answers
Why does Neil deGrasse Tyson mention the need to counteract 'forces from the dark side'?
Why does Neil deGrasse Tyson mention the need to counteract 'forces from the dark side'?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
The Earth's Shape
- Michelle Thaller asserts that the Earth is an oblate spheroid, meaning it is slightly flattened at the poles and bulging at the equator.
Flat Earth Claims
- Rapper B.o.B. claimed to use photos taken from a high altitude to prove the Earth is flat.
- According to Neil deGrasse Tyson, 'using math and physics' to prove the Earth is flat is a misuse of scientific words.
Observing the Earth's Roundness
- Michelle Thaller suggests using ships disappearing over the horizon or satellite imagery to observe the roundness of the Earth.
Forces from the Dark Side
- Neil deGrasse Tyson mentions the need to counteract 'forces from the dark side' to emphasize the importance of countering pseudoscience and misinformation with evidence-based facts.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
