4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn’t Hear About This Week Episode 16

The video explores four scientific discoveries: the potential of CRISPR in domesticating wild ground cherries, the behavior of luminous blue variable stars through 3D simulations, the role of macrophages in self-healing muscle tissues, and a study showing wild mammals thriving in suburban areas. These findings highlight advancements in gene editing, astronomy, biotechnology, and ecology.

What is the main reason wild ground cherries are not commonly found in markets?

• They are too expensive to grow.

• They are difficult to cultivate and often fall from the vine prematurely.

• They are not popular among consumers.

• They have a short shelf life.

How has CRISPR technology contributed to the domestication of wild ground cherries?

• By enhancing their sweetness.

• By increasing their size and density.

• By changing their color.

• By making them resistant to pests.

What characteristic makes luminous blue variables unique among stars?

• They are the coldest stars known.

• They are supermassive and unstable, with fluctuating brightness.

• They are stable and long-lasting.

• They are the smallest stars in the universe.

What role do macrophages play in muscle tissue repair?

• They provide energy to muscle cells.

• They help muscles self-repair by aiding in the regeneration process.

• They increase muscle mass.

• They prevent muscle contraction.

What surprising finding did the study on suburban wildlife reveal?

• Wild mammals avoid suburban areas.

• Suburban areas have fewer species than expected.

• Wild mammals thrive near humans, with little difference in species activity across areas.

• Suburban wildlife is more active at night.