Creating Your Own Terrarium Adventure

The video tutorial explains how to create a closed terrarium, a self-sustaining mini-garden. It covers the water cycle, which allows plants to thrive without additional watering. The tutorial lists necessary materials, such as a clear container, plants, rocks, and charcoal, and provides a step-by-step guide to building the terrarium. It also offers tips on maintaining the terrarium by monitoring light and water levels, ensuring a long-lasting ecosystem.

What is a terrarium?

• A computer simulation of an ecosystem

• A tool for studying insects

• A self-sustaining garden environment

• A type of aquarium

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Why don't closed terrariums require watering?

• They use artificial moisture

• They have waterproof plants

• They recycle water through a natural cycle

• They absorb moisture from the air outside

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What transforms into water vapor within a terrarium?

• Liquid water

• Sunlight

• Plant leaves

• Soil nutrients

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How does water vapor condense in a terrarium?

• By chemical reaction

• By exposure to light

• By heating up

• By cooling down

Which plants are suitable for a terrarium with high humidity?

• Cacti

• Succulents

• Ferns and mosses

• Flowering plants

What is the role of small rocks in a terrarium?

• Decoration

• Help in water drainage

• Support plant growth

• Increase soil nutrients

What is the purpose of charcoal in a terrarium?

• To keep the water clean

• To reduce odors

• To darken the soil

• To feed the plants

What is the first step in creating a terrarium using a plastic bottle?

• Filling it with soil

• Cutting the top off

• Watering the plants

• Adding plants

What should you do if the plants in the terrarium are not thriving?

• Use different soil

• Remove all plants

• Adjust the light exposure or water levels

• Add more water immediately

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How long can a well-maintained terrarium last without needing fresh water?

• About 5 years

• 10 years

• 1 year

• More than 40 years

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