Tornadoes and Zombie Fires Quiz
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During which months is tornado activity in the United States typically at its peak?

  • April to October
  • February to April
  • May to August
  • March to July (correct)

    • What classification was given to the tornado that struck Marietta, Oklahoma?

  • EF-4 (correct)
  • EF-2
  • EF-5
  • EF-3

    • How many tornadoes were reported across the nation during the peak of the outbreak from April 25 to 28, 2024?

  • 300 (correct)
  • 100
  • 182
  • 400

    • Which of the following states experienced the highest number of tornadoes during the reported outbreak?

    <p>Oklahoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the significant impacts of the tornado in Minden, Iowa?

    <p>It destroyed 48 homes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of zombie fires allows them to spread undetected?

    <p>They are largely flameless and occur underground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions is NOT mentioned as being prone to zombie fires?

    <p>Australia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant factor complicating firefighters' ability to combat zombie fires?

    <p>Remote locations that are hard to access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>93</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the environmental conditions that contribute to the occurrence of zombie fires?

    <p>Cool coniferous forests with thick layers of vegetation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To enable supersonic flight without creating a sonic boom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate speed of sound in mph?

    <p>768 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographic feature significantly contributes to the formation of tornadoes in Tornado Alley?

    <p>The intersection of various air masses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology is NASA using for the X-59 aircraft?

    <p>Quiet SuperSonic Technology (QueSST)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As of May 12, 2024, how many tornadoes had been reported across the US?

    <p>133</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from an aircraft breaking the sound barrier?

    <p>A sonic boom that can shake buildings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the goals expressed by Peter Coen regarding the X-59?

    <p>To advance supersonic flight while ensuring safety and reduced noise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What atmospheric conditions lead to the formation of tornadoes?

    <p>Warm, moist tropical air interacts with cold, dry polar air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between ordinary thunderstorms and supercells?

    <p>Supercells can last for several hours while ordinary thunderstorms last 30-60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which date did Tallahassee, Florida, experience multiple tornadoes, causing damage to buildings?

    <p>May 10, 2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily sustains 'zombie' fires once traditional flames are extinguished?

    <p>Organic matter such as peat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in Canada experienced significant evacuations due to 'zombie' fires?

    <p>British Columbia and Alberta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can 'zombie' fires potentially burn underground?

    <p>Months to years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of a forest fire distinguishes it from a peat fire?

    <p>It burns on the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of event can reignite a 'zombie' fire?

    <p>Controlled burns by farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected housing capacity of Dogen City upon completion?

    <p>100,000 residents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was unique about the wildfire season in Canada in 2023 compared to previous years?

    <p>It was the worst on record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major environmental concern regarding 'zombie' fires?

    <p>They release more carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is NOT mentioned as part of Dogen City's key attributes?

    <p>Libraries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant weather event contributed to the increase in 'zombie' fires following the regular fire season?

    <p>Rapid snowmelt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By what year does Dogen City aim to be completed?

    <p>2030</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovative feature is included in Dogen City's design to protect against natural disasters?

    <p>A circular shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the undersea layer of Dogen City?

    <p>Sea-cooled data center for city management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much food production is planned annually using new farming technology in Dogen City?

    <p>7,000 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the size of Dogen City compare to typical urban areas?

    <p>It's comparable to a small town</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which existing self-sustaining floating community is mentioned as a model for Dogen City?

    <p>Schoonship, Amsterdam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a predicted consequence of rising sea levels by 2050?

    <p>Annual flooding impacting millions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one aspect that distinguishes Dogen City's design from traditional cities?

    <p>Floating above water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What design feature of the X-59 is specifically aimed at reducing noise during flight?

    <p>Long, pointed nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the X-59 pilot manage without a traditional cockpit window?

    <p>Relying on advanced cameras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does NASA plan to test the X-59 over US cities?

    <p>To collect feedback on sound production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential benefit does NASA see in the successful testing of the X-59?

    <p>Convincing officials to lift restrictions on supersonic flights over land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary limitation of the Concorde compared to the X-59?

    <p>It produced excessive noise affecting its travel routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the personalized vaccines developed by Dr. Wu and her team?

    <p>To train the immune system to identify and destroy cancer cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Dr. Catherine Wu's research?

    <p>Developing custom cancer vaccines tailored to individual patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the patients involved in the first study remained cancer-free by 2021?

    <p>66.67%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prize did Dr. Wu receive for her research on personalized cancer vaccines?

    <p>$1,000,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What inspired Dr. Wu to explore the mobilization of the immune response?

    <p>Successful outcomes of bone marrow transplants in leukemia patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many shots did the patients receive as part of their personalized vaccine treatment?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do custom cancer vaccines aim to combat cancer?

    <p>By enhancing the body's immune response to fight cancer cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue did the two patients with more advanced cancer face despite receiving the personalized vaccines?

    <p>Their tumor growth returned initially.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique aspect of cancer does Dr. Wu's approach address?

    <p>The unique genetic makeup of each individual’s cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the illustration accompanying Dr. Wu's work depict?

    <p>The injection of dead cancer cells as part of a custom vaccine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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