Is it Biomimicry?
A scientist designs Velcro after studying how burrs stick to animal fur
BONUS POINTS for the correct term
What is YES?
Students regularly observe local ecosystems to understand patterns before designing solutions
What is RECONNECT?
Reconnect is observing and understanding nature
Bees work together to pollinate flowers. This benefits the entire colony and ecosystem
What is NATURE REWARDS COOPERATION?
How many siblings does Ms. Newell have?
What is FIVE?
An office building installs large windows for natural sunlight and plant walls to improve worker’s conditions.
BONUS POINTS for the correct term
What is NO ?
This is an example of biophilia (x2 points)
Termite-inspired architecture is a passive cooling system that uses minimal energy and supports surrounding ecosystems.
What is ETHOS?
Ethos is creating designs that support and foster life
Plants convert sunlight into energy to survive and grow.
What is NATURE RUNS ON SUNLIGHT?
Where did Ms. Newell grow up?
What is MALIBU?
The use of fungal mycelium to grow sustainable, compostable alternatives to plastic foam.
BONUS POINTS for the correct term
What is NO?
This is an example of bioutilization (x2 points)
The use of the structural growth of mushrooms (mycelium) to produce biodegradable and high-performance insulation.
What is EMULATE?
Emulating is the study of nature’s strategies to create functional, sustainable products.
Desert plants adapt to their habitat by storing water and surviving long droughts.
What is EVOLVE TO SURVIVE?
What breed are Ms. Newell's dogs?
What is GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTERS?