Sand Dunes Shouldn’t Exist (Here’s Why They Do)
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How can sand, blown by the wind, form such intricate and beautiful patterns as ripples and dunes? The answer is a surprising secret of self-organization.
The Communities of the Okavango Delta | National Geographic
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Safeguarding the Okavango River Basin means empowering the communities that rely on the river system for water and other resources.
The Snowflake Mystery
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Dr Ken Libbrecht is the world expert on snowflakes, designer of custom snowflakes, snowflake consultant for the movie Frozen - his photos appear on postage stamps all over the world.
Why The Ocean Needs Salt (But Has None)
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Our oceans don’t technically contain salt, but the ions salt is made of play a critical role in planet-wide processes that make the Earth habitable.
Piranha Scissors
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Don`t have scissors? Just take a Piranha. Bite-Test at Cuyabeno Rainforest, Ecuador.
What Dinosaurs ACTUALLY Looked Like?
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The past is a vast and mysterious land that begins at the big bang and ends in the present, expanding with each passing moment. It is the home of everything that came before, the key to understanding our present.
The Rain Shadow Effect
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Here’s how mountains control the weather.
Why Sharks Are Covered In Teeth
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Sharks wouldn’t be known for their fierce teeth today if it weren’t for their ancient scales.
MinuteEarth Explains: How Did Whales Get So Big? | Book Trailer
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It’s packed with the clever explanations, adorable illustrations, and quirky humor you love from MinuteEarth – all in hard-cover form! Explore science and fun facts about animals, plants, microbes and more from all over Earth (and beyond).
Why These Bears “Waste” Food
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Optimal foraging theory means that turning down food is sometimes more efficient than eating it - but even then, what’s “wasted” doesn’t necessarily go to waste.
The Fish That Hunts Pigeons | Planet Earth II | BBC Earth
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The pigeon's lack of fear has lead to an unexpected predator appearing...
Autumn in Canada | National Geographic
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Ontario and Quebec are a fall lovers delight. The leaves paint the landscape and outdoor adventures await. Partner Content for Destination Canada.
Filming Antarctica's Underwater Secret | Wild Stories | BBC Earth
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Under the ice can seem like a completely alien world... Kathryn Jeffs (Series Producer) talks us through the difficult process of capturing 'The Brinicle' on film.
Raising Cute Pandas: It's Complicated | National Geographic
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Giant panda cubs are adorable fluff balls that squeak and squeal. This endangered species is also incredibly tricky to breed and raise in captivity. In the 1960s, only 30 percent of infant pandas born at breeding centers survived. Today 90 percent survive. So, what changed?
What’s in the air you breathe? - Amy Hrdina and Jesse Kroll
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Together, nitrogen, oxygen and argon make up 99.93% of our air. So what’s the other .07%? Find out what makes up the air you breathe.
British Columbia's Fall Trip | National Geographic
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Home to one of Canada's most notorious wine regions, British Columbia is a true destination for wine lovers. There's also iconic mountains, waterfalls, and parks to explore. Partner Content for Destination Canada.
How do wind turbines work?
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Explore how wind turbines convert wind into electricity, and the challenges of powering the world entirely with wind energy.