The Dirt On Decomposers
Youth Science
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about how everything starts... and ends. Decomposers!
The Many Layers Of Sedimentary Rocks
Kids Science
Jessi and Sam learn about sedimentary rocks and show how you can use vinegar to identify a piece of limestone.
People said this experiment was impossible, so I tried it
Adults Science
A massive thank you to everyone at Goldschmidt for making this possible. With special thanks to Dr. Axel Hoeschen, Christof Gassmann and Claudia Koch.
Fabulous Food Chains
Youth Science
In this of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about the way energy moves, or flows, through an ecosystem and how that movement forms Food Chains!
Debunking the Nuclear-Powered Manhole Cover
Adults Science
In 1957, a high-speed camera caught a cast iron cap moving at 66 kilometers per second.
You've Never Heard of the World's Most Common Mineral
Adults Science
he most common substance in the world is literally IN the world. It's a mineral called bridgmanite, and it belongs to a class of minerals (called perovskites) that scientists are trying to use in the next generation of solar panels.
Igneous Rocks Used To Be Liquid!
Kids Science
A new friend Savannah and Sam learn about different kinds of igneous rocks, which form after liquid magma or lava cools into solid rock.
What Happens When Predators Disappear?
Adults Science
A world without predators. It sounds like a safer, happier world, but come on, this is SCIENCE…
There Is Something Hiding Inside Earth
Adults Science
https://youtu.be/VD6xJq8NguY
Why Do Leaves Change Colour And Fall?
Youth Science
They’re pretty to look at, sure -- but the changing leaves you see in autumn are really a striking example of nature taking extreme measures to protect itself.
Four Spheres Part 2
Youth Science
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about two of the four spheres that make up our planet; The Hydrosphere and the Atmosphere.
How do QR codes work? (I built one myself to find out)
Adults Science
How do QR codes work? The checkerboard patterns taking over the world, demystified.
Chaos Theory
Youth Science
Here's how chaos theory and its butterfly effect, has changed the way we think about our Universe.
We Traveled Back in Time. Now Physicists Are Angry.
Adults Science
Time travel is possible. In fact, you’ve been doing it since the day you were born.
At-Home Lab: Making Bread
Youth Science
Learn a little about at-home chemistry in the kitchen.
Can Dogs Detect the Next Pandemic Before It Begins? | Glen J. Golden | TED
Adults Science
What if animals like dogs, ferrets, mice and raccoons could help sniff out the next pandemic? Exploring the science of smell, neurobiologist Glen J. Golden delves into the development of a "mechanical nose" that could detect diseases by identifying specific odor profiles.
Four Spheres Part 1
Youth Science
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about two of the four spheres that make up our planet; The Geosphere and the Biosphere.
What Is Sickle Cell Disease?
Youth Science
You have around 35 trillion red blood cells moving around your body at all times. Typically they are rounded and flexible. What happens when they aren’t?
Farne Islands' Puffins
Youth Science
Learn how the the population of these colourful seabirds have stabilized on Farne Islands.
Groundbreaking chemist defines all of life in 2 words | Lee Cronin
Adults Science
What is life, really? Despite our scientific advancements, we still don’t really know.
Why Is Alzheimer's Disease So Difficult To Treat?
Youth Science
While doctors have studied Alzheimer’s for decades, there is still no effective preventive treatment or cure. So, why is Alzheimer’s disease so difficult to treat?