Cold Fusion and Scientific Inquiry

Loki asks Mr. Nye about the legitimacy of cold fusion. Mr. Nye explains the history and challenges of cold fusion, mentioning Philo Farnsworth's early ideas and the scientific community's skepticism. He highlights past claims of cold fusion success, particularly by Utah scientists, and criticizes the media for spreading misinformation. Despite current challenges, Mr. Nye remains hopeful about future advancements in fusion technology.

What condition does Loki mention he has when introducing himself?

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Muscular Dystrophy

• Parkinson's Disease

• Cerebral Palsy

Who was Philo Farnsworth and what was his contribution?

• Inventor of the radio

• Pioneer of the television

• Developer of the internet

• Creator of the telephone

What did Philo Farnsworth attempt to do with neutrons?

• Stop them

• Destroy them

• Split them

• Influence them

What is required to achieve fusion according to Mr. Nye?

• A large amount of water

• The gravity of a star

• A high voltage battery

• A vacuum chamber

What is the main challenge in creating a magnetic field for fusion?

• Reducing the size

• Generating enough power

• Finding the right materials

• Cooling the system

Which company recently claimed to achieve room temperature fusion?

• McDonnell Douglas

• Lockheed Martin

• Northrop Grumman

• Boeing

Why is Mr. Nye skeptical about recent cold fusion claims?

• Lack of funding

• Complexity of the process

• Natural processes in stars

• Insufficient research

What mistake did scientists in Utah make in their cold fusion experiment?

• Forgot to record data

• Used the wrong materials

• Overheated the system

• Misplaced the thermometer

What role did journalists play in the cold fusion story?

• They ignored the story

• They spread misinformation

• They questioned the scientists

• They verified the results

What is Mr. Nye's outlook on the future of cold fusion?

• It will never be achieved

• It is possible in the future

• It is already achieved

• It is a waste of resources