Science ABC
Why Do Bubbles Form In A Glass Of Water?
Water especially the one which flows through the pipe contains atmospheric gases, such as nitrogen and oxygen, dissolved in it. As the glass filled with water sits out for a few hours, its temperature rises slightly (water gets warmer),...
Science ABC
Why Are Some Meats Eaten Raw And Some Are Not?
Raw meat from certain animals, such as fish, contain fewer pathogens – bacteria, viruses, and parasites – that can infect humans. Eating raw meat depends on several factors, including preparation, hygiene conditions, the source of the...
Science ABC
Where Do Fish Come From In New Lakes And Ponds?
Fish either reach new lakes and ponds through external help, or the creatures stay there, survive the period of drought, and then thrive again when water is plentiful. Some species of aquatic organisms lay eggs capable of surviving long...
Great Big Story
The fight against food fraud, Chris Elliott's quest for authenticity
Uncover the world of food detectives led by Chris Elliott, battling mislabeling and fraud to protect our food.
Infognostica
Five dietary deficiencies that cavemen didn't have...
Our modern diet is rife with specific dietary deficiencies. This explores just 5 discrepancies between our diet, and that of our primal ancestors. Fig Leaf Rag Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By...
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Eutrophication
An overabundance of nutrients in a body of water, causing excessive plant growth. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary...
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The Elements: Oxygen
One of the most abundant elements, oxygen is vital to all life on Earth. Chemistry - Periodic Table - Learning Points. Oxygen makes up 21% of Earth's atmosphere. Two-thirds of the human body is made of oxygen. Oxygen is essential for...
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Factpack: Weird Weather
From snow devils to St. Elmo's Fire, the weird weather phenomena reported across the globe. Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab...
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Barracuda
A look at barracuda, who illustrate the amazing sixth sense of fish. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Barracuda are large, predatory fish that live in tropical waters. Adult barracuda live solitary lives, while the younger...
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Remora Fish
The remora fish has a unique way of conserving energy. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Remora fish have a large suctorial disc on their heads, which they use to hitch a ride on bigger fish. Remora fish feed on parasites that...
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Humphead Parrotfish
The amazing grazing habits of the parrotfish, which helps turn hard coral into pure white sand. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Humphead parrotfish are found throughout the Indian and Pacific oceans. Humphead parrotfish feed...
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What is a Fish?
Fish are by far the most diverse of all the vertebrate groups. Discover the shared characteristics that make a fish, a fish. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Fish are aquatic vertebrates. Jellyfish, starfish and other marine...
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Seahorse
Seahorses are terrible swimmers. Discover how this has influenced the way they look, what they eat and how they defend themselves. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Seahorses are a type of bony fish with a thin skin instead of...
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Most Popular Pet
Discover which is the most popular pet in America, revealed through bar graphs, scatter graphs and pie charts. Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s...
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Humpback Whales
The amazing hunting technique of the humpback whale. This giant marine mammal catches fish using bubbles. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Humpback whales use intricate songs to communicate. Each song is unique to an...
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Basking Shark
Meet the second largest fish in the ocean: the basking shark, which defies expectations with its surprising diet. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Basking sharks prey on plankton. Basking sharks have no teeth. Basking sharks...
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Great White Sharks
Discover the adaptations of the great white shark that make it one of nature's best hunters... Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. The great white shark is the largest predatory fish in the ocean. The great white shark has...
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Factpack: Super Predators
What is an apex predator and which one is being described? Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of...
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Splash Tetras
Discover how splash tetras earned their name from the unusual way they lay their eggs. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Splash tetras lay their eggs on leaves. Male splash tetras find well-protected leaves by leaping out of...
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Deep Sea Angler Fish
The deep sea angler fish lives in deep, dark waters. How does it find food and attract a mate in the dark? Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Deep sea anglerfish can swallow prey twice their size. Female anglerfish have...
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Invading Animals: The Cane Toad
In the early 20th Century, the South American cane toad was introduced to Australia to eat beetles which were destroying the sugar crop. But once in the wild the toads did more harm than good. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. The...
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How Did Amphibians Evolve?
Over millions of years, fish species evolved to leave water and survive on land, producing the characteristics shared by all amphibians. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. The coelacanth is a lobe-finned fish that evolved 400...
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Food Basics: Proteins
Proteins are at the root of virtually all bodily functions, from growth to metabolism to transporting oxygen around the body. Learn how your body makes or ingests all the protein you need. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning...
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Can Eating Fish Prevent Murder?
Studies suggest that eating more fish oil could help prevent you committing murder... but does a correlation prove eating seafood is the cause? Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning...