Scorpion season 4 episode 17 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Scorpion," Walter and Happy confront their fertility issues, with Happy revealing she's the reason they can't have kids. The team undertakes a mission to clean the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, but interpersonal tensions surface, especially between Walter and Paige. During a game night, Walter's literal mindset causes friction. Meanwhile, Toby and Happy struggle to pick a fertility doctor, and Sylvester addresses environmental concerns. In Colorado, the team's intelligence falters under high-pressure conditions while verifying a discovery at a particle accelerator, leading to a risky situation with a collider. They manage to avert disaster using a simple yet effective solution. The experience inspires Sylvester to create an environmental solution, while Toby and Happy make a heartfelt decision about their fertility treatment. Walter, however, misses a chance to connect with Paige on a personal level.
Full Episode S04E17 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What fertility issue do Walter and Happy face?
Happy reveals that she is the reason they can't have kids, but they consider medical solutions.
What is the Scorpion team's mission involving the ocean?
Their mission is to clean the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a large mass of plastic waste in the ocean.
How does Walter complicate his relationship with Paige?
Walter gives Paige disinfectant as a Valentine's gift and misunderstands her description of a perfect guy.
What challenge arises during the Scorpion team's game night?
Walter's literal interpretation of game clues frustrates Paige, highlighting their different thinking styles.
What issue do Toby and Happy encounter while choosing a fertility doctor?
Toby's indecisiveness and critical views of doctors make it difficult to choose a suitable fertility specialist.
What environmental concern does Sylvester have?
Sylvester is worried about plastic pollution in the ocean and attempts to contact the Plastics Consortium of North America.
What is the Scorpion team's mission in Colorado?
They travel to Colorado to verify a scientific discovery at the Particle Accelerator Neutrino Detection Station (PANDS).
How does the team's intelligence get affected in Colorado?
Their intelligence diminishes due to prolonged exposure to high-pressure conditions underground.
What dangerous situation does the Scorpion team face with the collider?
Walter accidentally causes the particle collider to reach full capacity, risking the creation of a black hole or explosion.
How does the team resolve the collider crisis?
Toby, regaining his intelligence, cools down the collider using liquid argon to prevent a catastrophe.
How does the team escape the lab in Colorado?
They escape with the help of miners after resolving the collider crisis.
What solution does Sylvester present for environmental issues?
Sylvester introduces a water filtration solution inspired by their simple approach used underground.
What decision do Happy and Toby make regarding fertility treatment?
They choose a doctor from Brown for their fertility treatment, opting for a more instinctive decision-making approach.
What personal opportunity does Walter miss with Paige?
Walter declines an opportunity to learn about old standards with Paige, missing a chance for personal connection.