Understanding GPS and Its Scientific Applications

Understanding GPS and Its Scientific Applications

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Physics

7th - 12th Grade

Easy

Created by

Lucas Foster

Used 1+ times

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The video explores the diverse applications of GPS technology beyond navigation, highlighting its use in scientific research. GPS helps predict natural disasters like tsunamis and earthquakes, measures water levels, and studies environmental changes through signal interference. The video also promotes Brilliant's educational courses.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of GPS technology?

To measure air quality

To determine precise locations

To track animal movements

To provide weather forecasts

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does GPS help in predicting tsunamis?

By tracking marine life

By analyzing wind patterns

By measuring ocean temperature

By detecting ground movement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant finding from the 2004 Sumatra earthquake study using GPS?

GPS could predict the earthquake's location

GPS could measure the earthquake's magnitude in 15 minutes

GPS could forecast the weather changes post-earthquake

GPS could detect the earthquake's depth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can GPS technology help in studying climate change?

By analyzing soil composition

By tracking the migration of birds

By monitoring air pollution levels

By measuring the amount of water in mountain ranges

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way GPS signal interference is used in natural disaster prediction?

To track volcanic eruptions

To monitor forest fires

To detect tsunamis at sea

To measure ocean salinity

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does GPS help in predicting flash floods?

By analyzing cloud formations

By tracking river flow rates

By detecting changes in water vapor

By measuring soil moisture

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a benefit of using GPS to measure plant water content?

It reduces the need for fertilizers

It increases plant growth rate

It allows remote monitoring of plant health

It helps in predicting plant diseases

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