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Why Do Tightrope Walkers Carry Long Poles when Walking on A Rope?
Carrying a pole helps the walker increase their rotational inertia, which aids in maintaining stability while walking over the narrow rope. The pole also adds more weight below the center of gravity of the walker, which is another bonus...
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Hair Hanging Explained
Hair hanging is a circus-style trick in which a person is suspended by only their hair and swung around or held up in the air. Originally conceived in China, it is traditionally performed with the hair wound around a ring or a hook, and...
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Why Don't We Colonize The Moon Instead Of Mars?
The Moon's proximity to Earth and geological similarity make it an enticing target for colonization. At just three days away, communication delays would be mere seconds. Its surface may also contain frozen water and oxygen extracted from...
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NASA
Dr. Forrester explains the history of spaceflight and the space race between the United States and the USSR.
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Natures Destructive Force
Dr. Forrester explains how wind and thunderstorms drive tornadoes and hurricanes.
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Weathering and Erosion
The processes of weathering and erosion break down rocks, minerals, and other outside items. These two work slowly to change the landscape.
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Coulomb's Law Explained!
Coulomb’s Law is one of the most important laws when it comes to atomic structure and being able to understand and explain atomic properties. It helps to relate the force between two charged particles and can be represented by the...
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The cheesy truth behind fondue's rise
Uncover how a Swiss cheese cartel popularized fondue, changing global cheese consumption.
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Trickster Gods and the Mortals Who Love Them
If you’ve attended a sleepover party in the last 50 years, chances are high that you’ve encountered a prank call - maybe you’ve even made one yourself. But for thousands of years before the invention of the telephone, pranks fell under...
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Electronegativity Periodic Trend - Using the Periodic Table to help determine electronegativity!
Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom to gain an electron. The way I think about it is like tug of war. The stronger an atom can pull in an electron, the higher it’s electronegativity will be. The trend for electronegativity is...
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Unlocking Einstein: A Legacy of Genius and Controversy
This video provides a brief overview of Albert Einstein's life, achievements, and lasting impact on science and society. It highlights his groundbreaking scientific papers, his role in urging the development of the atomic bomb during...
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The Battle of Cannae: Rome's Last Stand Against Hannibal
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC, where Hannibal faced a massive Roman army led by Consuls Paulus and Varro. It highlights the strategic and logistical challenges faced by...
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Improving Workplace Productivity and Wellness with Sleep Pods and Massage Robots
The video discusses the growing issue of sleep deprivation in the workplace and introduces innovative solutions such as sleep pods and a robot massager. The sleep pods aim to provide a cocoon-like environment for employees to rest and...
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Japanese Tsunami Research: Understanding the Power of Killer Waves
This video showcases a groundbreaking Japanese tsunami research project focused on recreating and studying the force and behavior of man-made tsunamis. The scientists aim to use this data to improve seawall designs and evacuation plans,...
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Battle of Tours: Charlemagne's Defeat of the Umayyad Caliphate
This video provides a detailed account of the pivotal Battle of Tours in 732 between the Frankish forces led by Charlemagne and the Umayyad Caliphate, highlighting the complex political landscape of the time and the strategic maneuvers...
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Were they Emperor Basil II's greatest enemy? - Battle of Setina, 1017 AD
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Battle for the South How did the Union Strategy prevail in the American Civil War? DOCUMENTARY
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Battle of Orontes, 994Basil II, the Bulgar Slayer (Part 2) Byzantium Documentary
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Battle of Callinicum, 531 AD Belisarius intercepts the Persians in Syria DOCUMENTARY
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Second Battle of Tarain, 1192 AD Muhammad of Ghor Returns
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Battle of Uhud, 625 CE When things don't go as planned
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Battle of Zenta, 1697 The Battle that Napoleon studied Eugene's Masterpiece Part 3
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Attack on Moscow Napoleon's Strategy in Russia, 1812 (Part 2) DOCUMENTARY
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The Rise and Triumphs of Duke William of Normandy: A Tale of Conquest and Resilience
This video recounts the early struggles and triumphs of Duke William of Normandy, including his marriage to Matilda of Flanders and his conflicts with powerful enemies like Guy of Brion and King Henry. Despite facing challenges from...