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Matter and its Construction: Heat of Fusion and Vaporization
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Recognize the concept of heat of fusion and vaporization16331
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Atmospheric Layers: The concept of Atmospheric Layers
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Recognize the atmosphere. Identify the concept of atmospheric layers. Identify the characteristics & importance of atmospheric layers.4434
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The Greenhouse Gas Effect | The science behind trapping heat
In this video, we explore the leading factors contributing to the enhanced greenhouse effect and its implications for climate change and sustainability. Discover how greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide trap...
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The Rise of Renewable Energy | Nature's Power
This informative video explores various forms of renewable energy, focusing on their significance in addressing the climate crisis. It highlights how one wind turbine can power 1,500 homes for a year and delves into geothermal energy's...
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Why Is Uranus Colder Than Neptune?
While Neptune, the most distant planet in our Solar System, is 4.5 billion kilometers away from the Sun, Uranus, the second-farthest planet, is just 2.88 billion kilometers away. Uranus is more than a billion kilometers away from...
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Why Does Water Evaporate at Room Temperature?
Water evaporates at room temperature because the molecules at the top of the liquid have less intermolecular attraction than those within the bulk. When the top layer is exposed to sunlight, some molecules gain enough kinetic energy to...
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How Temperature Control and Fermentation Changed the Wine Industry
Syd Hamilton dedicated himself to refining the Ewell Moselle wine, even traveling to France and studying Louis Pasteur’s methods of preservation and reducing bacteria to improve his craft. His innovations in temperature control and...
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Who Really Created the Buffalo Chicken Wing?
Weird History Food is going to get messy with this saucy history of the Buffalo Wing. Nobody needs to dispute that Buffalo Wings started in Buffalo, New York, but really who was the first person to create the Buffalo Wing? Get some extra...
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Some Flamin' Hot Facts About Spicy Foods
Weird History Food is gonna burn your tongue with some Facts About Spicy Foods. Whether sitting down to enjoy an authentically made dish, or grabbing a quick snack, those who love the thrill of a tingly palate accompanied by a runny nose...
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Exploring the Atmosphere: Earth's Protective Shield
Delve into the Earth's atmosphere, a vital layer of gases enveloping the planet. Learn about its composition, layers, and crucial role in regulating temperature and protecting life on Earth. Earth's Materials and Systems part 4
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Understanding Chemical Reactions: Reactants, Products, and Chemical Bonds
Learn about the components of a chemical reaction, including reactants and products, and how chemical bonds are affected during the process. Explore examples like cookies and rusty bike fenders to understand these concepts better. All...
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Understanding Energy Changes in Chemical Reactions
Explore the concept of energy changes in chemical reactions, including exothermic and endothermic reactions. Learn how chemical reactions can either release or absorb energy in the form of heat or light, with examples ranging from baking...
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Understanding the Triangle of Fire
Delve into the science of fire prevention and learn about the fundamental elements required for a fire to ignite and persist. Discover how oxygen, heat, and fuel interact to form the basis of the fire triangle and explore the importance...
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The Earth and Mars: A Tale of Two Planets
Explore the unique characteristics of Earth, our home planet, and Mars, the intriguing Red Planet. Learn about Earth's perfect conditions for life and Mars's cold, desert-like environment, along with the scientific interest in possibly...
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The Military Beginnings of George Washington
Discover George Washington's entry into the military during the tense prelude to the Seven Years' War. Follow his journey through treacherous terrain to deliver a message to French forces, his early combat experiences, and his rise to...
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Living Green - Episode 81 - Biomass Power
In the UK, Biomass has become one of the new methods of sustainable and renewable energy sources being used to heat homes, providing an alternative to fossil fuels for providing power generation. The biomass market is growing as more...
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Big Ideas - Episode 7 - Thermal Imaging
The need to see in the dark; to observe weather patterns from outer space; or to conduct security surveillance at night, lead to the Big Idea of Night Vision, and Thermal Imaging. FLIR, or Forward Looking Infra Red, is a continuation of...
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The Future of Eco Housing in the UK
Green houses are very different in the 21st century. The EcoHouse might not look that different from the outside but it is designed to maximise the benefits of available heat.
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The Spitzer Space Telescope
The Spitzer Space Telescope is one of NASA s four orbiting telescopes each observing in differing areas of the spectrum. Spitzer detects images in the infrared region, which shows activity not evident in the visible wavelengths.
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Harnessing the Power of Geothermal Power
This video discusses the abundance of geothermal activity in Iceland and the growing interest in harnessing geothermal power in Australia. It highlights the benefits of geothermal energy, such as zero carbon emissions, and the potential...
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Sweat and Odor: Managing Body's Unwanted Outputs
Explore the physiological reasons behind excessive sweating and body odor, including conditions like hyperhidrosis. This segment explains the role of sweat glands and the interaction of sweat with bacteria on the skin, which leads to...
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Architectural Mastery of the Vikings: From Longhouses to Green Roofs
Explore the architectural innovations of the Vikings, whose expertise extended beyond shipbuilding to constructing energy-efficient homes suitable for harsh Scandinavian winters. This video tours a reconstructed Viking village,...
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Miniaturization Marvels: From LEDs to OLEDs
Discover the transformative journey of lighting technology from Thomas Edison's incandescent bulbs to today's ultra-efficient LEDs and groundbreaking OLEDs. This video explains the evolution of light sources, their impact on energy...
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Mysteries of the Kitchen: Milk, Soufflés, and Cheese
Delve into the scientific secrets behind everyday kitchen wonders. Discover why milk boils over while other liquids do not, learn the physics behind the dramatic rise of soufflés, and uncover the bacterial magic that creates holes in...