The Core Building and Rainforest Biome at The Eden Project

The Core Building and Rainforest Biome at The Eden Project

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Geography, Science, Biology

6th Grade - University

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The video discusses the Eden Project, highlighting its unexpected visitor numbers and the need for a new education building inspired by the Fibonacci sequence. It emphasizes sustainable practices in construction, focusing on material sourcing and recycling. The rainforest biome is managed with sustainable methods, including composting and natural pest control, to provide an authentic rainforest experience. The project aims to educate visitors on the importance of ecosystems like rainforests, which are vital for the planet's health.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the design of the new education building at the Eden Project?

The Golden Ratio

The Pythagorean theorem

The Archimedean spiral

The Fibonacci sequence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was it important to know the origin of the metals used in the building's construction?

To reduce the cost of construction

To comply with local regulations

To ensure they were from a sustainable source

To increase the building's aesthetic appeal

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What materials were reused in the construction of the core building?

Brick, stone, and metal

Steel, aluminum, and plastic

Concrete, clay, and recycled glass

Glass, wood, and rubber

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many different plant species are housed in the rainforest Biome?

Just under 2000

Over 3000

Exactly 1500

Around 2500

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sustainable practice is used for soil renewal in the tropical greenhouse?

Using synthetic fertilizers

Burning plant waste

Composting prunings

Importing soil from rainforests

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method is primarily used for pest control in the rainforest Biome?

Biological control using insects

Chemical pesticides

Trapping pests

Manual removal

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main educational purpose of the rainforest Biome?

To serve as a research facility

To provide a venue for events

To showcase rare plant species

To demonstrate the importance of rainforests