The Science of Sneezing Quiz
10 questions/11 slides
Discover the amazing science of sneezing in this quiz! Learn how nerves, reflexes, and speed work together, and explore interesting cultural beliefs about sneezing in this 10-question quiz.
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QUESTIONS IN THIS QUIZ
What is the largest cranial nerve in the human body?
- Optic nerve
- Vagus nerve
- Trigeminal nerve
- Facial nerve
What is the main function of sneezing?
- To clear out your lungs
- To regulate your body temperature
- To get rid of irritants in your nose
- To let everyone know you’re sick
What else can make you sneeze besides irritants?
- A full stomach
- Bright light
- Cold air
- All of the above
What is the estimated speed of a sneeze?
- 10 mph
- 30 mph
- 60 mph
- 100 mph
How many droplets can a single sneeze produce?
- 200
- 2,000
- 20,000
- 40,000
What is it called when someone sneezes due to bright light?
- Photosneeze reflex
- Photic sneeze reflex
- Photosensitive sneeze reflex
- Photosynthesis sneeze reflex
What is the oldest surviving motion picture with a copyright?
- Roundhay Garden Scene
- The Horse in Motion
- Fred Ott’s Sneeze
- Sally Gardner at a Gallop
What physical phenomenon occurs during a sneeze due to airflow through a narrower space?
- Synergy
- Venturi effect
- Osmosis
- Symbiosis
Why is it dangerous to hold back a sneeze?
- It can cause a headache
- It can raise your blood pressure
- It can damage your eardrums
- All of the above
What is a common superstition about sneezing in some East Asian cultures?
- A sneeze means someone is thinking about you
- Sneezing before starting something new is bad luck
- Sneezing during a conversation means the person is telling the truth
- All of the above
The Science of Sneezing Quiz