TED-Ed: The world's slimiest animal | Noah R. Bressman and Douglas Fudge

The video explores the unique characteristics of hagfish, focusing on their ability to produce slime as a defense mechanism. It describes a car accident involving hagfish, highlighting their slimy nature. The video explains how hagfish use slime and their flexible bodies to escape predators like sharks. It also discusses potential applications of hagfish slime in industries such as textiles and military. Additionally, the video covers the biological features and evolutionary history of hagfish, emphasizing their resilience and ecological role in the deep sea.

What event highlighted the unique slimy nature of hagfish in 2017?

• A natural disaster

• A car accident

• A scientific discovery

• A movie release

How does the hagfish avoid damage when bitten by a shark?

• By having flexible cartilage and loose skin

• By having a hard shell

• By swimming away quickly

• By using its sharp teeth

What is the primary component of hagfish slime that makes it effective against predators?

• Calcium

• Mucus and protein fibers

• Water

• Salt

In what industry is hagfish slime being explored as a sustainable alternative?

• Pharmaceutical

• Textile

• Automotive

• Construction

How long can hagfish survive without oxygen?

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

• 36 hours

• 48 hours