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Q1. Scientists have recently discovered a new species of ancient human in the Philippines. According to the study, “Luzon Hominin” is estimated to be around 50,000 years old. What is the likely reason for the discovery of this new species?

Explanation: The discovery of the Luzon Hominin was made possible by the excavation of a previously unexplored cave in the Philippines, which provided access to the remains of this new species.

Q2. A recent study has found that a specific type of bacteria can convert carbon dioxide into a useful resource. What is this resource?

Explanation: The study discovered that the bacteria, known as "cyanobacteria," can convert CO2 into hydrogen gas, which could potentially be used as a clean energy source.

Q3. A recent study has found that a specific type of "blue" fungus can turn animals into zombies. What is the name of this fungus?

Explanation: Ophiocordyceps unilateralis is a fungus that infects ants and controls their behavior, causing them to climb to high locations and bite onto a leaf before producing spores. This fungus has been studied for its unique zombie-like behavior in ants.

Q4. A recent study has discovered a new species of hominin in the Philippines. According to the study, this species is estimated to have lived around 67,000 years ago. What is the name of this newly discovered species?

Explanation: The newly discovered species, *Homo luzonensis*, is a previously unknown species of hominin that lived in the Philippines. It was discovered in Callao Cave in Luzon Island and is estimated to have lived around 67,000 years ago.

Q5. A recent study published in the journal Nature has found that a specific type of bacteria can be used to clean up oil spills. According to the study, this bacteria can break down “what” component of oil at a rate of 10% per hour?

Explanation: The study found that the bacteria can break down alkanes, a type of hydrocarbon found in oil, at a rate of 10% per hour. This makes the bacteria a promising tool for cleaning up oil spills.

Q6. A recent study has discovered a new species of ancient human in the Philippines, with estimates suggesting it lived around 50,000 years ago. What is the name of this newly discovered species?

Explanation: Homo luzonensis is a newly discovered species of ancient human found in the Callao Cave in the Philippines. It is estimated to have lived around 50,000 years ago and is believed to be a distinct species from other known human ancestors.

Q7. A recent study has identified a new species of ancient human, Homo luzonensis. In which country was this new species discovered?

Explanation: Homo luzonensis was discovered in the Philippines, which is located in Asia.

Q8. A recent study published in the journal Nature has found that a new species of ancient human, "Homo luzonensis", was discovered in the Philippines. What is notable about the discovery of this new species?

Explanation: The discovery of Homo luzonensis was announced in a study published in the journal Nature on April 10, 2019. The species was found in Callao Cave on Luzon Island, and is estimated to have lived between 50,000 and 67,000 years ago. The discovery is significant because it is the first human species to be found in the Philippines, and provides new insights into the evolution of human species in Southeast Asia.

Q9. A recent study found that a specific type of fungus can turn ants into “bodies” that help spread its spores. What is the name of this fungus?

Explanation: This fungus infects ants and eventually kills them, but not before causing them to climb to high locations and bite onto a leaf, creating a perfect environment for the fungus to spread its spores.

Q10. A recent study published in the journal Nature has found that a specific type of coral reef in the Great Barrier Reef has been able to survive the recent mass bleaching event due to the presence of a certain type of "super" algae. What is the name of this super algae?

Explanation: The study found that the coral reef with Symbiodinium microadriaticum was able to survive the bleaching event due to its ability to tolerate high temperatures and provide the coral with essential nutrients.

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