Bozeman Science
Soil and Soil Dynamics
In this video Paul Andersen explains how soils are formed and classified. Weathering of rock creates particles which are mixed with water, air, and organic material. Soils are classified according to particle size, chemical makeup, and...
Bozeman Science
Human Population Size
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the world population has undergone exponential growth since the industrial revolution. Predicting the future world population is difficult because each country will grow at different rates....
Bozeman Science
Energy Flow in Ecosystems
In this video Paul Andersen explains how energy flows in ecosystems. Energy enters via producers through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis. Producers and consumers release the energy from food through cellular respiration. An explanation...
Bozeman Science
Ecosystem Ecology
In this video Paul Andersen explains how ecosystems function. He begins with a description of how life on the planet is ordered from large to small in biomes, ecosystems, communities, population, and individuals. He describes the major...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How did Polynesian wayfinders navigate the Pacific Ocean? - Alan Tamayose and Shantell De Silva
Imagine setting sail from Hawaii in a canoe. Your target is a small island thousands of kilometers away in the middle of the Pacific Ocean - a body of water that covers more than 160 million square kilometers. For thousands of years,...
Curated Video
Earth’s Climate Has Always Changed. Why All the Fuss?
If you take a look at global temperature graphs that span millions or billions of years, you can see that our planet’s temperature has made wild swings. In fact, the Earth used to be completely covered in snow and ice! So, what’s the big...
Curated Video
Why Are So Many of Gray Whales Washing Ashore?
From Mexico all the way up to Alaska, hundreds of gray whales have been washing up ashore. The deaths peaked in 2019, and the numbers were so significant that it led scientists to call it an Unusual Mortality Event (UME) which kicked...
Curated Video
Was This Really a 1 in 700,000,000,000 Year Event?!
For decades, Antarctic sea ice trends seemed to defy climate change, until…they didn’t. In just two years, Antarctica lost as much sea ice as the Arctic lost in three decades. Statistics say that the record low sea ice in 2023 was a 1 in...
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler on Monoculture and Sustainability: A Scientist's View
Discover Alan Kapuler's insights into the scientific and ethical implications of monoculture farming. Learn how his commitment to biodiversity and sustainable practices offers solutions for more resilient agricultural ecosystems.
Curated Video
Cool Us or Kill Us? Did Geoengineering Cause a Huge Famine?
This episode of Weathered explores the controversial world of solar geoengineering by injecting sulfate aerosols into the stratosphere, looking at both the controversial promises and profound risks associated with manipulating the...
Wonderscape
Taking Action Against Climate Change: Small Steps and Big Ideas
This video encourages viewers to take action against climate change, from daily habits like biking and recycling to broader efforts like writing to representatives or studying environmental sciences. Discover how small changes can create...
Science Buddies
Can Beeswax Wraps Replace Plastic Wraps?
In this science project you will create a beeswax wrap and compare it's physical properties, sustainable characteristics, and food storage capabilities to commonly used plastic wrap.
Wonderscape
Exploring the Water Cycle: Understanding Evaporation, Condensation, and Precipitation
Embark on a journey through the water cycle, tracing the path of a single drop of water as it transitions from liquid to vapor and back again. Learn about the processes of evaporation, condensation, and precipitation, and discover how...
Wonderscape
Understanding Earth's Water: Exploring Its Sources and Importance
Delve into the vast realms of Earth's water, from the expansive oceans to the hidden underground reservoirs. Learn about the distribution of water across the planet and its significance for sustaining life. Explore the different forms of...
Wonderscape
Exploring the Water Cycle: From Earth to the Skies
Discover the essential role of water in our lives and ecosystems through the fascinating journey of the water cycle. Learn about the different ways we use water daily and how it sustains life on Earth. Dive into concepts like weather,...
Wonderscape
Understanding Biodiversity: Nature's Rich Tapestry
Discover the vibrant complexity of biodiversity in this enlightening video. From the staggering variety of tomato species in a single garden to the vast ecosystems spanning the globe, explore how different forms of life, from plants to...
Curated Video
The Basics of Smart Recycling
This video takes a closer look at why recycling is crucial in our daily lives. As humans, our everyday activities—from eating snacks to unwrapping new toys—generate a significant amount of waste, most of which ends up in landfills. But...
Curated Video
The Future of Recycling: AI-Powered Solutions
Embark on a journey to the heart of modern recycling centers where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we process recyclables. After smart bins sort waste into basic categories, the recyclables are taken to advanced...
Curated Video
Rethinking Rubbish: Landfills, Recycling, and Our Planet
Discover how the old solution of dumping waste into landfills, once considered innovative, has significant environmental drawbacks, from releasing methane—a potent greenhouse gas—to polluting our precious soil and water sources. But...
Curated Video
Mission: Recyclable - Part 1
Bonehead’s mountain climbing vacation is cut short after a mole in JP Rothbone’s organization informs HOPE Headquarters of his next nefarious plot. It seems revenues at JP’s landfill are down ever since the local recycling center opened...
Curated Video
“Recycling! Recycling!” Music Video
The "You Have the Power!" song is an engaging and lively tune that highlights the importance of recycling, encouraging kids to actively participate in protecting the environment. It stresses the necessity of recycling everyday items like...
Curated Video
Mission: Recyclable - Part 3
Bonehead and his smart team swing into action on a nearly impossible mission: stop JP & his sniveling cronies before they are able to sabotage the recycling machines and detour all that recycling back to the landfill. ‘Smart’ Recycling...
Curated Video
How to Get More People Into Recycling with Gamification and “Smart” Bins
In this segment, we're exploring how the principles behind smartphones can revolutionize recycling through 'gamification' and smart bins. These aren't just ordinary bins; they're equipped with the technology to differentiate between...
Curated Video
Recycling's Roadblocks: Efficiency and Market Demand
This segment explores two significant obstacles in the recycling chain: the limitations of current recycling centers and the market demand for recycled materials. Even when individuals recycle correctly, outdated or overwhelmed recycling...