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Understanding Water Scarcity: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions
Delve into the concept of water scarcity, exploring both its physical and economic dimensions, its global impacts, and the daily struggles faced by communities affected by water shortages. Discover how factors like climate change,...
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Changing Polar Ice: Observations and Concerns
This video provides an overview of the North Pole and the surrounding Arctic region, highlighting the characteristics of the ice pack and the impact of climate change. It discusses the thickness and movement of the ice and the increasing...
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The Cenozoic Era: Dawn of Mammals and Modern Landscapes
Explore the Cenozoic era, known as the Age of Mammals, which showcases the dramatic rise and diversification of mammalian life following the dinosaurs' extinction. This era, spanning from 65 million years ago to the present, has seen...
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British Wildlife: Common Frog
Welcome to another episode of Natural World Facts! This fact file is all about the Common Frog in the series Reptiles and Amphibians.
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Review for You:Compare and Contrast Essay
Mr. Griot reviews the definitions of the words compare and contrast and discusses the steps to take when planning, organizing, and writing a comparison and contrast essay.
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The Treaties of Chicago and the Battle at Wounded Knee
Dr. Forrester describes the circumstances surrounding the Treaties of Chicago in 1821 and 1833. She then tells the sad tale of the Battle at Wounded Knee.
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How Transportation Developed Cities and Industries
Dr. Forrester talks about how transportation, such as the Wells Fargo stagecoach, influenced the development of cities and industries in the western region.
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The Water Cycle: Water’s Endless Journey Across Planet Earth
In this segment, students delve into the water cycle, exploring evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. Through vivid descriptions and relatable analogies, viewers understand how water transforms from liquid to vapor...
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Learn About The DEEPEST CAVE In The World!
The deepest cave in the world is in Georgia (the country), let's learn about it!
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Protecting the Purity of Muskoka's Lakes: A Community Effort
Join environmental scientist Mike Logan and his dedicated team of volunteers as they work tirelessly to protect the pristine waters of Lake Rosso in Muskoka, Ontario. Through rigorous testing and monitoring, they strive to maintain the...
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Greenland's Melting Ice: Impact on Sea Levels and Climate Change
This video highlights the research efforts of glaciologist Jason Box and polar explorer John Helscher in studying the impact of melt water volume on Greenland's ice sheet. Their findings suggest that increased melt water production is...
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Protecting Endangered Ducks: Conservation Efforts and Challenges
This video addresses the threats to duck populations worldwide, focusing on habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. It spotlights endangered species like the Brazilian Merganser and Madagascar Pochard, detailing the conservation efforts to...
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Does Water Expand When It Freezes?
Yes, water expands when it freezes. Note that the word “expands” here indicates an increase in volume. So, a technically sound way to put it would be—water’s volume increases when it freezes. This statement is accurate, and you can test...
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Let’s Dive In
Dr. Forrester shows the various landforms and bodies of water located in the different regions of the United States.
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River Systems
Dr. Forrester will define parts of a river system: valley, canyon, tributaries, stream, channel, delta, floodplain, mouth, drainage basin. She will show locations of major drainage basins in North America, including the Mississippi,...
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The Chesapeake Bay
Dr. Forester explores the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem, identifying key components and threats currently faced.
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Water Is Everywhere
Dr. Forrester talks about the many uses of water. She will talk about water treatment plants. Dr. Forrester will also brainstorm with your student how to conserve water.
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Water Ecosystems
Dr. Forrester examines aquatic ecosystems and the impact of temperature, light, fertilization, and acid rain.
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GENIUS Water Engineering Restored
Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys to South India to film the ancient Chola Dynasty water management system of lakes and canals that has been restored in the City of Coimbatore by the Coimbatore Lakes Protection...
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I WONDER - How Big Is Lake Superior?
This video is answering the question of how big is Lake Superior.
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I WONDER - Is The Caspian Sea A Lake?
This video is answering the question of is the Caspian Sea a lake.
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High Five Facts - Biggest Lakes
This video explores five fun facts about biggest lakes.