Learn the basics about catalytic converters, as a part of the overall environmental chemistry topic. A catalyst is a substance that causes a reaction to proceed more quickly, without being used up. A catalytic converter accelerates a...

Like everyone else, George Huber knows money doesn't grow on trees. But, ask him where gasoline comes from and he won't just tell you, he'll show you. To fully understand, Science Nation recently went with Huber to a local lumber yard in...

Over is 50-year career, Montana State University plant pathologist Gary Strobel has traveled to all seven continents to collect samples of endophytes from remote and sometimes dangerous places. Endophytes are microorganisms - bacteria...

One day, we may fill the tank with fungi fuel!

Plant fungi and bacteria called "endophytes" fueling breakthroughs in energy, medicine and
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Over his 50-year career, Montana State University plant pathologist Gary...

In all changes - energy (measured in joules) does not get used up; energy is “CONSERVED”. However, energy becomes less and less useful ending up as environmental waste heat, so we always have to come back to an energy source for more....

Learn the basics about Photosynthesis and respiration. What is Photosynthesis? How do plants make their own food? Find out more in this video!

We've learned how stars form, and we've gone over some different types of stars, like main sequence stars, red giants, and white dwarfs. But a star will move between these categories over its lifetime. How does that happen, exactly? And...

In this video, the teacher explains the importance of clearly explaining cause and effect relationships in writing. They provide examples of transition words and phrases that can be used to highlight these relationships. The teacher also...

How, when, and where wildfires happen, with a focus on safety. Wildfires need fuel and heat, so they can happen in any dry place. They are a natural part of Earth and they do have benefits. Most are caused by human activity. Wildfires...

A new approach to producing biofuels that uses a marine bacterium called Saccharophagus degradans that left otherwise alone, is mostly known for its damaging impact on the environment.



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This video explains the concept of chemical energy and its role in various everyday activities. It highlights how bonds between atoms store energy, which can be released through combustion or digestion. This video is part of the 10-part...

The best way to make a fire tornado (in my opinion!) All you need are 2 glass half-cylinders. No moving parts, no fans, no squeaky bearings, just fire and forget!<br/>

Recognizing the significance of sustainability, and companies are addressing social and environmental issues in order to be part of the solution. Learn the four lenses for communicating sustainability: financial return, brand value,...