The Lighthouse's Rust Puzzle Unlocked — Questions and answers

Read the full story

What simple thing did Antoine Lavoisier insist on that changed chemistry?

Choices

  1. Making loud noises in his lab.
  2. Always wearing a funny hat.
  3. Careful measurement in his experiments. ✓
  4. Telling jokes to his assistants.

Answer: Careful measurement in his experiments.

From page 4

What is the green color of the Statue of Liberty?

Choices

  1. Green paint applied by artists.
  2. A special kind of green moss.
  3. A layer of oxidized copper that protects it. ✓
  4. Sunlight reflecting off the metal.

Answer: A layer of oxidized copper that protects it.

From page 7

Why did Saanvi realize the rust was worse at their marine station?

Choices

  1. The metal was very old.
  2. The salty sea spray in the air speeds up the reaction. ✓
  3. They were closer to the sun.
  4. Fish were eating the metal.

Answer: The salty sea spray in the air speeds up the reaction.

From page 8