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What is carbon capture and storage (CCS)?
Capturing and storing CO2 underground Planting trees for CO2 absorption Reducing carbon consumption Converting CO2 into oxygen
What method is used to visualise mushroom spores for identification?
Making a trace print Microscopic section Chemical colour test UV light exposure
How many legs does an insect larva always have?
This varies by species 6 8
What is the name of the period of extreme cold that often occurs in January/February?
The severe frost period Ice Age Polar cold Arctic invasion
Which tree has the characteristic of buttress roots?
Kapok tree (tropical) Dutch oak Common ash Hazel
Which Dutch flood is also known as the Great Flood?
1953 flood disaster St Elizabeth's flood of 1421 Flood of 1916 Christmas flood of 1717
What is characteristic of the Amanita mushroom family?
They have a volva (sheath) at the base They always have pores instead of pictures They only grow on dead wood They always have a hollow handle
Which of these materials is the most energy-intensive to produce?
Aluminium Steel Glass Paper
Create a nature treasure hunt for 17-18 years
Which animal has the most complex eyes?
Mantis shrimp Arend Dragonfly Cat
Which snake can climb the highest?
Green tree python Anaconda Zandboa Sea serpent
Which mammal has the largest eyes relatively to its body size?
Koboldmaki Loris Galagobushbaby Ayeaye
What are young spiders called that have just hatched?
Spiderlings Nymphs Larvae Pups
Which animal can imitate sounds of other species?
Beo Canary Parakeet Pigeon
What is the maximum number of years an Aldabra giant tortoise can live?
Over 200 years About 100 years About 150 years About 80 years
Approximately how many facets does the compound eye of a butterfly have?
17.000 1.000 50.000 100
What function do the spots on a whale shark have?
Each pattern is unique, like a fingerprint Camouflage against predators Temperature regulation Attracting food
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Which factor contributed most to the spread of modern humans?
Superior cognitive skills Greater body length Faster reproduction Stronger physical strength
Which Japanese emperor ruled during the Meiji restoration that modernised Japan?
Emperor Meiji Emperor Taisho Emperor Showa Emperor Edo
Who invented the first mechanical clock with escapement?
Yi Xing Galileo Galilei Christiaan Huygens John Harrison
Which scientist developed the heliocentric worldview further after Copernicus?
Galileo Galilei Isaac Newton Andreas Vesalius William Harvey
What characterised working conditions in the early factories?
Long working days and dangerous working conditions Short working days and high wages Flexible working hours Extended breaks and holidays
Which African leader became known for his non-violent opposition to apartheid and spent 27 years in prison?
Nelson Mandela Steve Biko Oliver Tambo Walter Sisulu
The invention of wireless telegraphy by Guglielmo Marconi resulted in the first transatlantic radio signal in what year?
1901 1899 1903 1898
Which South African leader became president of his country after 27 years in prison?
Nelson Mandela Desmond Tutu Steve Biko Oliver Tambo
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Which Dutch painter made famous works of VOC ships?
Willem van de Velde Rembrandt van Rijn Johannes Vermeer Jan Steen
In which century did Dutch flower bulb culture originate?
16th century 15th century 17th century 18th century
Which Dutch motorbike rider won a MotoGP race?
Jack Miller Bo Bendsneyder No Dutch driver Michael van der Mark
What did TomTom develop first in the world in 2004?
Portable GPS navigation for cars Smartphone navigation app Traffic information via radio Digital road maps
Which Dutch DJ was named best DJ in the world in 2013, 2014 and 2015?
Hardwell Armin van Buuren Tiësto Martin Garrix
Which WIC colony mainly produced indigo?
Suriname Curaçao St Eustatius New Amsterdam
What is the difference between Dutch and Brabant curd?
The size of the curd grains The type of milk used The temperature during production The type of rennet
In which month is traditionally the Dutch 'Asparagus harvest' most celebrated?
May April June March
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Which BJJ pioneer is considered the founder of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?
Helio Gracie Carlos Gracie Rickson Gracie Royce Gracie
What is the name of the defensive form in which all defenders stand around the goal area?
6-0 defence 5-1 defence 4-2 defence 3-3 defence
In which sport did the Netherlands first win Olympic gold at the modern Games?
Swimming Athletics Rowing Cycling
Which Dutch korfball player scored the first goal at a world championship?
This is not documented Jan Bras Wim Scholtens Piet van der Meer
What is the maximum number of sets a women's match can last at a Grand Slam?
3 sets 5 sets 4 sets 2 sets
Which Dutch skater held the world record in the 3000m the longest?
Gunda Niemann (Germany, not the Netherlands) Yvonne van Gennip Paulien van Deutekom Renate Groenewold
How long is a time penalty in handball?
2 minutes 3 minutes 1 minute 5 minutes
Which colour ring in the Olympic logo represents Europe?
Blue Yellow Red Green
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In which year did the Netherlands last win over Germany in an official match?
2012 2008 2016 2010
In which year was women's football officially authorised by FIFA?
1971 1969 1975 1968
How many countries participated in the first women's football World Cup in 1991?
12 16 8 24
Which Dutch club plays at the Abe Lenstra Stadium?
SC Heerenveen FC Groningen PEC Zwolle SC Cambuur
Which club was founded by workers at the Royal Dutch blast furnaces?
Telstar AZ FC Volendam SC Heerenveen
Which club was the first to win the European Cup I (Champions League) for three consecutive years?
Real Madrid AC Milan Bayern Munich Liverpool
Which tactical formation became famous through Pep Guardiola's tiki-taka football at FC Barcelona?
4-3-3 with a false 9 4-2-3-1 with an attacking midfielder 3-5-2 with wing-backs 4-4-2 diamond
Which goalkeeper scored the most famous goal by a goalkeeper in professional football (José Luis Chilavert excepted)?
Rogério Ceni Hans-Jörg Butt Johnny Vegas Gianluigi Buffon
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What is the only shape of Nepal's flag in the world?
Double triangle Square Circle Pentagon
Tegucigalpa is the capital of which Central American country?
Honduras Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua
Which country has the time zone UTC+14?
Kiribati Samoa Tonga Fiji
Which city became Indonesia's new capital in 2019 to replace Jakarta?
Nusantara Surabaya Bandung Yogyakarta
Which strait separates Europe from Asia?
Bosphorus Dardanelles Strait of Gibraltar Street of Kertch
What is the main cause of the formation of fjords?
Glacial erosion Tectonic activity Volcanic eruptions Chemical weathering
What is Afghanistan's time zone?
UTC+4:30 UTC+4:00 UTC+5:00 UTC+5:30
Which country has a pan-handle stretching south?
Afghanistan Pakistan Iran India
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Which test measures specific IgE antibodies to food allergens?
ImmunoCAP test Skin prick test Patch test Elimination diet
Which spice is used to give the liqueur Chartreuse its green colour?
Chlorophyll from various herbs Artificial dye Spinach extract Green peppermint
What is the traditional topping of Venezuelan Hallaca during Christmas?
Sultanas and olives Cheese and cream Nuts and honey Peppers and onion
Which vegetable was long considered poisonous in Europe because of the rich families who got sick of it?
Tomato Potato Aubergine Pepper
What dye gives purple vegetables their characteristic colour?
Anthocyanin Chlorophyll Carotene Xanthophyll
Which substance in coffee can cause palpitations in hypersensitive individuals?
Caffeine Chlorogenic acid Trigonelline Quinines
What type of rice is traditionally used for risotto?
Arborio Basmati Jasmine Bomba
From which plant is the spice 'star anise' extracted?
Illicium verum Pimpinella anisum Foeniculum vulgare Carum carvi
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Which dimension does Doctor Strange visit to obtain the Time Stone?
The Dark Dimension The Mirror Dimension The Quantum Realm The Astral Plane
What material makes up Wolverine's skeleton?
Adamantium Vibranium Unobtainium Carbonadium
What is Wonder Woman's biggest weakness according to many storylines?
Being tied up by a man Kryptonite Iron Fire
Which supervillain is a master hunter who hunts exotic animals?
Kraven the Hunter Chameleon Beetle Hammerhead
Which psychiatrist in Arkham Asylum is often associated with treating supervillains?
Dr Jeremiah Arkham Dr Hugo Strange Dr Jonathan Crane Dr Kirk Langstrom
Which organisation tried to get the Tesseract in Captain America: The First Avenger?
HYDRA AIM The Hand HAMMER
Which criminal is often associated with playing cards?
The Joker Two-Face The Penguin The Riddler
Which Dutch superhero has a story called 'The People of the Deep'?
Storm Agent 327 Captain Rob Eric the Norseman
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What is the lifespan of an average erythrocyte?
120 days 30 days 365 days 7 days
What is the function of venous flaps?
Preventing backflow of blood Regulating blood pressure Filtering toxins Producing blood cells
Which cranial nerve is responsible for facial expressions?
Nervus facialis (VII) Nervous trigeminal nerve (V) Nervus oculomotorius (III) Nervus vagus (X)
Which protein is responsible for muscle contraction?
Actin and myosin Collagen and elastin Keratin and fibrin Haemoglobin and albumin
Which disease is characterised by the breakdown of myelin in the nervous system?
Multiple sclerosis Alzheimer's Parkinson's Huntington
Which substance in red blood cells transports oxygen?
Haemoglobin Myoglobin Fibrinogen Albumin
How many ribs does man have in total?
24 ribs (12 pairs) 22 ribs (11 pairs) 26 ribs (13 pairs) 20 ribs (10 pairs)
Which gene is often used as a selectable marker gene for antibiotic resistance?
The ampicillin resistance gene (AmpR) The insulin gene The haemoglobin gene The collagen gene
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In which series does Hugh Laurie play a grumpy but brilliant doctor?
House The Good Doctor Grey's Anatomy Scrubs
Which 2019 film was nominated for 10 Oscars but won none?
The Irishman 1917 Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Joker
In Ratatouille, what is the name of the restaurant where Linguini works?
Gusteau's Le Bernardin La Ratatouille Chez Remy
Which film won the Oscar for Best Picture in 2020 and was the first non-English language film to win this award?
Parasite Roma Minari The Handmaiden
Which director is known for his extreme long films like 'Satantango'?
Béla Tarr Andrei Tarkovsky Aleksei Balabanov Alexander Sokurov
Which film features the first successful implementation of Dolby Stereo sound?
Star Wars Close Encounters of the Third Kind Superman Apocalypse Now
Which Disney film won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature in 2020?
Toy Story 4 Frozen 2 How to Train Your Dragon 3 Missing Link
In which Disney film does Angelina Jolie play the title character?
Maleficent Cruella Alice in Wonderland Cinderella
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Which US city has the famous 'Graffiti Hall of Fame' in East Harlem?
New York Detroit Miami San Francisco
What function did the Pazuzu amulets have in Mesopotamia?
Repelling evil demons Promotion of fertility Curing diseases Guarantee of wealth
What technique did Leonardo da Vinci use for the Mona Lisa?
Sfumato Impasto Pointillism Dripping
Which art movement is characterised by geometric shapes and primary colours?
De Stijl (Neoplasticism) Art Deco Bauhaus Art Nouveau
Which civilisation perfected the granulation technique in goldsmithing?
Etruscans Phoenicians Scythians Thracians
What is 'alla prima' painting?
Wet-on-wet painting in one session Painting with fingers instead of brushes Sketch first, then colour in Use primary colours only
Which art movement grew out of photography and tries to depict reality as precisely as possible?
Photorealism Hyperrealism Magical realism New realism
Which Turkish artist became the first woman to win the Turner Prize?
Rachel Whiteread Tracey Emin Gillian Wearing Susan Philipsz
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What technique is used to measure gene expression?
RT-PCR or RNA sequencing DNA fingerprinting Karyotyping Protein assay
Which scientist formulated the law of thermodynamic equilibria?
Josiah Willard Gibbs Rudolf Clausius Lord Kelvin Ludwig Boltzmann
Which type of volcano is characterised by explosive eruptions?
Stratovolcano Shield volcano Cinder cone Fissure volcano
Which amino acid is essential for serotonin production?
Tryptophan Tyrosine Phenylalanine Leucine
Which geologist formulated the theory of continental drift?
Alfred Wegener Harry Hess Marie Tharp J. Tuzo Wilson
What is measured with a refractometer?
Refractive index Density Viscosity Conductivity
What is the main cause of the formation of metamorphic rocks?
Pressure and temperature Temperature only Erosion and sedimentation Volcanic activity
Which botanist wrote 'De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium' on the heliocentric model?
Nicolaus Copernicus Galileo Galilei Johannes Kepler Tycho Brahe
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Which studio technique was made popular by Les Paul in the 1950s?
Multi-track recording Reverb Compression Auto-tune
Which composition technique is associated with the Second Viennese School?
Twelve-tone music Pentatonic scales Modal use Functional harmony
Which sign indicates that a note should be played an octave higher?
8va (ottava) 8vb (ottava bassa) ff (fortissimo) tr (trill)
Which composer specifically wrote a concerto for orchestra (not for soloist and orchestra)?
Mozart Bartók Brahms Tchaikovsky
What style of music originated in Kingston, Jamaica in the late 1960s?
Reggae Calypso Soca Dancehall
Which guitarist introduced the electric guitar to the blues?
T-Bone Walker Muddy Waters B.B. King Albert King
What harmonic innovation did impressionist music introduce?
Use of parallel chords and exotic scales Strict functional harmony Consonant intervals only Baroque counterpoint
What notation was used for early medieval chants?
Neumen Tablature Modern notation Letters
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The term 'schadenfreude' comes from the:
German French Scandinavian Russian
Which verb tense is used in the sentence: 'I would have sung if I had not been sick'?
Conditionalis perfecti Conditionalis Futurum exactum Plusquamperfectum
In what order are these mathematical terms listed alphabetically?
algebra, algorithm, analysis, axiom algorithm, algebra, axiom, analysis analysis, axiom, algebra, algorithm axiom, analysis, algorithm, algebra
In which composition is the definite part (determinans) paramount?
sandwich bitter-sweet east-west day-night
Which word is a synonym of 'phlegmatic'?
Calm Excited Nervous Agitated
Which language uses the most number of different writing systems at the same time?
Japanese Korean Chinese Arabic
The meaning of "vicissitude" is:
A change of circumstances A bad habit A moral conviction A vice or mistake
How do you spell correctly: 'Yesterday ... the sun bright'?
shone appeared sheath shelled
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Which astronaut was the first to give a TED Talk from space?
Chris Hadfield Scott Kelly Tim Peake Samantha Cristoforetti
Which astronaut was the first to cook a complete meal in space?
Samantha Cristoforetti Chris Hadfield Tim Peake Scott Kelly
What is the name of the largest volcano in the solar system?
Olympus Mons Mauna Kea Alba Mons Mount Sharp
How many different countries have successfully placed a lander on Mars?
3 countries (US, Soviet Union/Russia, China) 2 countries (US and Russia) 4 countries (US, Russia, China, ESA) 5 countries (including India and Japan)
Which mission discovered the first organic molecules on Mars?
Curiosity rover Viking 1 lander Opportunity rover Mars Express orbiter
Which space probe photographed Pluto up close?
New Horizons Voyager 2 Cassini Pioneer 10
Which mission was the first to leave a celestial body in our solar system?
Pioneer 10 Voyager 1 Voyager 2 New Horizons
Which space mission brought down the first HDTV images of Earth?
Kaguya (SELENE) Apollo 11 International Space Station Space Shuttle Discovery
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What is the maximum length of a passenger car with a trailer?
18 meters 12 meters 15 meters 20 meters
Which rule applies at an equivalent intersection with no traffic lights or signs?
Right has priority Left has priority The heaviest vehicle has priority Straight through traffic always has priority
What is the technology called where traffic lights are adjusted based on traffic density?
Traffic-dependent control Dynamic light control Automatic traffic control Smart intersection control
What is a 'hawse pipe'?
A guide for the anchor chain through the ship's hull A ventilation pipe A ballast pipe A fuel line
Which battery chemistry is currently most commonly used in electric cars?
Lithium-ion Nickel-metal hydride Lead-acid Zinc-air
What is the first sign of incipient shock?
Fast, weak pulse Unconscious Blue lips Cold sweat
What is the main function of EPS foam in a helmet?
Absorbing energy on impact Comfort and ventilation Reduce weight Muting sound
Which car brand was the first to introduce mass-produced electric cars with lithium-ion batteries?
Tesla General Motors Nissan BMW
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What is 2¹⁰?
1024 1014 1034 1044
A term account of €8000 grows to €9200 in 5 years. What is the annual interest rate?
3% 2,8% 3,2% 2,5%
What is the result of √(9/16) + ∛(8/27)?
11/12 5/6 7/8 13/15
What is 75% of 4/5?
3/5 3/4 15/20 16/20
How much does a litre of diesel weigh?
835 g 750 g 920 grams 685 grams
When dividing 1728 by 12, how many times does 12 fit into 172?
14 times 13 times 15 times 12 times
How many cable lengths (nautical) are in one nautical mile?
10 cable lengths 8 cable lengths 12 cable lengths 6 cable lengths
What is 15% of 240.60?
36,09 35,86 37,12 34,95
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What is the function of a regex (regular expression)?
Searching for patterns in text strings Converting image formats Optimising database queries Managing memory allocation
What data structure is used in the implementation of Dijkstra's algorithm for efficiency?
Priority Queue (Min-Heap) Stack Regular Queue Linked List
What is the function of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)?
Battery backup supply in case of power failure Voltage up transform Distributing power across multiple devices Converting AC to DC current
What is the difference between a database and a schema?
A database contains multiple schemas, a schema groups related objects Schema contains the data, database contains only the structure Database is for production, schema for development There is no difference, they are synonyms
What technology is used to make websites findable in search engines?
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) GPS Bluetooth NFC
What does 'bridging' mean in the context of 3D printing?
Printing material between two points without support Connecting two 3D printers Repairing a defective PCB Using multiple materials
What term is used for fake accounts used to mimic real persons?
Catfishing Botting Spoofing Phishing
What is GraphQL?
A query language and runtime for APIs A relational database management system A graphics rendering library A machine learning framework
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What is the relationship between pressure and volume in isothermal compression of an ideal gas?
P × V = constant P + V = constant P/V = constant P² × V = constant
The magnetic permeability of superconductors is:
Zero Infinite Similar to μ₀ Negative
What is Hawking radiation?
Theoretical radiation emitted by black holes Radiation from neutron stars Cosmic background radiation Radiation from pulsars
What is the work function of a metal?
The minimum energy to extract an electron from the metal The maximum energy an electron can have The energy required to melt the metal The energy of incident photons
What is the magnetic flux through a surface if the magnetic field is perpendicular to that surface?
Φ = B × A Φ = B / A Φ = B + A Φ = B - A
What energy is stored in a tensioned spring?
Potential energy Kinetic energy Thermal energy Electrical energy
What is the difference between evaporation heat and sublimation heat?
Sublimation heat is higher because it includes both melting and evaporation Heat of evaporation is always higher They are identical Sublimation heat is negative
What power do you experience when you are on a merry-go-round?
Centrifugal force Gravitational force Magnetic force Resilience
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Which property of water is responsible for its neutral pH at 25°C?
Equal [H⁺] and [OH-] concentrations High dielectric constant Hydrogen bonds Molecular structure
How many crystal systems exist in total?
7 14 32 230
Which property explains why diamond is so hard?
Three-dimensional network of covalent bonds Metallic bonds between carbon atoms Strong Van der Waals forces Ionic bonds in the crystal lattice
What is the systematic name for the compound (CH₃)₃COH?
2-methyl-2-propanol 2-methyl-1-propanol Tertiary butanol 3-methyl-3-propanol
At what pH does bromthymol blue change colour?
6,0 - 7,6 3,1 - 4,4 8,3 - 10,0 4,4 - 6,2
What is the name of the reaction in which an alkane is converted into an alkene by fission of H₂?
Dehydrogenation Dehydration Cracken Isomerisation
What is the systematic name for the compound CH₃CH(OH)CH₃?
2-propanol 1-propanol Propan-1-ol 2-methyl-1-ethanol
What is the electron configuration of Chromium (Cr)?
[Ar] 3d5 4s1 [Ar] 3d4 4s2 [Ar] 3d6 [Ar] 3d3 4s3
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Absolutely! Our scavenger hunts for this age include complex puzzles, escape room elements and challenges that perfectly suit their developmental level. In fact, they love testing their problem-solving skills.

On average, 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on the route chosen and the pace of the group. This age can concentrate for longer and enjoy more extensive challenges.

Yes, 17-18-year-olds are perfectly capable of completing a scavenger hunt independently. They are given clear instructions and always have contact with our organisation in case of questions.

Perfectly suitable! It encourages cooperation, critical thinking and is a nice change from the school routine. Ideal for upper secondary and MBO classes.

Our routes include indoor and outdoor locations. In case of bad weather, we can adjust the route or move the scavenger hunt to another date free of charge.

A treasure hunt for 17-18 years is a GPS walk with questions specially tailored to this level. The questions are fun, educational and appropriate for the age group.

On average, a scavenger hunt takes 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of locations and walking distance. Ideal for an afternoon out.

Yes, the questions are educational and tailored to the level of knowledge. Children learn while moving outdoors and having fun.