Question for July 25,2024
If you’ve been to the beach you’ve probably seen sea foam, but what exactly is it?
- Frothy snack for ocean creatures
- A natural phenomenon caused by organic matter in the water – correct answer
- Mermaid bubble bath residue
- Type of seaweed that washes up on shore
Not quite as fun as mermaid bubble bath residue… Sea foam, often seen along beaches, is a natural phenomenon resulting from organic matter in the water. It forms as waves churn dissolved proteins and organic compounds into a frothy substance.
Question for July 24,2024
Previously thought extinct for over 66 million years, the world was astonished in 1938 when a living _____ was found off the coast of South Africa.
- Megalodon
- Plesiosaur
- Coelacanth – correct answer
- Varyold-asaurus
Coelacanths are living fossils of the deep seas! The world was amazed in 1938 when a living coelacanth, thought extinct for over 66 million years, was found off South Africa. Learn more about these extraordinary creatures and their status today…
Question for July 23,2024
Most of the 800 species of hermit crabs are ocean dwellers with soft and vulnerable abdomens. To protect themselves, they…
- Burrow into the sand
- Camouflage with seaweed and debris
- Release a cloud of ink
- Use empty seashells as protection – correct answer
Ocean-dwelling hermit crabs have soft and vulnerable abdomens. To protect themselves, they scavenge empty shells of other marine creatures and make them their homes! As they grow, they find larger shells to move into and will often fight with other hermit crabs for the best shells.
Question for July 22,2024
Imagine turning plastic waste into valuable resources with just a click of a button. _____, also known as additive manufacturing, may allow for just that!
- Recycling
- 3D printing – correct answer
- Injection molding
- Composting
From waste to new possibilities, 3D printing is reshaping the way we think about sustainability and manufacturing. Click over to our blog to read more about how this innovative technology may help transform plastic recycling into creative solutions…
Question for July 21,2024
The mantis shrimp, a small but powerful marine creature, has the fastest recorded punch in the animal kingdom… at over ______ mph.
- 10
- 25
- 60 – correct answer
- 200
The mantis shrimp packs a powerful punch, striking at speeds over 60 mph (96 km/h) and shattering shells with ease. Its punch accelerates faster than a .22 caliber bullet, making it a small but mighty marine marvel! And not just mighty, they’re brilliantly colored and beautiful too.
Question for July 20,2024
It’s our Plastic-Free July Celebration SALE! Enjoy a ____% discount on ALL our sustainable products today!
- 5
- 10
- 15
- 25 – correct answer
Happy Plastic-Free July! Enjoy 25% OFF sitewide today, using code FTO25 at checkout. Dive in and shop now to discover sustainable products that make a difference…
Question for July 19,2024
Happy Good News Friday! Youth activists recently secured a groundbreaking climate settlement in this US state…
Question for July 18,2024
Artist Alejandro Durán meticulously arranges _____ into visually stunning compositions.
- Sea shells
- Plastic debris – correct answer
- Coral
- Driftwood
Artist Alejandro Durán sees beauty in the discarded! He meticulously arranges plastic bottles, bags, and other plastic debris into visually stunning compositions that speak volumes about our throwaway culture and its impact on marine life. See for yourself here…
Question for July 17,2024
In Greek mythology, who is the god of the sea, known for his trident and control over the oceans?
- Zeus
- Hades
- Poseidon – correct answer
- Apollo
In Greek mythology, Poseidon is the powerful god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses, wielding a mighty trident to control the oceans. Often seen as a moody god, Poseidon's power reaches over all marine life and sea activities, making him a key figure in ancient Greek myths and legends.
