Science ABC
Science Of Kites: How Do Kites Fly?
Kites fly because of the aerodynamic forces of lift and drag. The difference in air pressure on the top and bottom of the kite creates lift. The drag is created by the friction of the air flowing around the kite. The lift balances the...
Science ABC
Can Light Escape a Black Hole?
Light is affected by black holes because of the theory of general relativity, which states that any massive object warps the spacetime around it. Since a photon travels by the shortest distance between two points, light appears to bend...
Food Farmer Earth
Bringing British Charm Stateside: The Authentic English Public House Experience in America
Step into an authentic English public house right in the heart of America, where traditional British ales meet local hospitality. This article explores how one man's passion for British pubs led him to create a genuine public house...
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Electric force
The fundamental force that occus between two or more charged particles. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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Surface tension
The cohesive force that occurs at the surface of a liquid, due to the attractive forces between molecules. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Rollercoasters
Journey through a rollercoaster ride to find out which forces are at work to create this theme-park thrill. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Rollercoasters do not have engines. Rollercoasters use forces. Electromagnets are used along...
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Newton's Laws of Motion
Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion explain how and why objects move as they do - the principles which underlie all of modern mechanics. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Sir Isaac Newton published his laws of motion in 1687. Every movement...
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Separating Notebooks
We interleave the pages of notebooks to see how hard it is to pull them apart. As the amount of interleaving increases, we see that the force required to separate them also increases. This is because the friction between the notebooks is...
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Exploring forces
There are two kinds of force – pushing and pulling forces. The world around us - Investigating forces - What makes things move? Learning Points Forces can make things move, speed up and/or change direction. There are two kinds of force:...
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Amazing muscles
Which uses more muscles: smiling or frowning? Life processes - Body systems - Joints and muscles Learning Points Muscles are vital for movement. Skeletal muscles are those that are attached to bones. Muscles often work in pairs,...
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Velodrome
Discover the different types of motion. Physical processes -Force and motion - What is force? Learning Points There are different types of motion. Rotation: motion in a circle around a central point. Straight-line: motion directly from...
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What is a force?
Gain understanding that although we cannot see forces, we can see their effects all around us. Physical processes -Force and motion - What is force? Learning Points A force is a push, a pull, or a combination causing a twist. A force is...
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How the Egyptians built the pyramids
Discover how a simple system of pulleys helped the Egyptians build some of the wonders of the world. Physical processes -Force and motion - Gears and pulleys Learning Points Pulleys reduce the amount of force needed to move something....
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Gravity in our universe
Discover that gravity is the force that keeps our solar system together. Physical processes -Force and motion - Gravity Learning Points The Sun has the greatest gravitational pull in the Solar System. Gravity keeps everything in the...
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What is gravity?
Find out how gravity affects our everyday life. Physical processes -Force and motion - Gravity Learning Points Gravity is a force that pulls everything in the Universe together. The Earth's gravity pulls everything towards its centre. A...
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Procrastination 2: Prevention Strategies
If procrastination is a problem, how do we prevent it? While the conventional advice is to focus on the future rewards of studying, this doesn’t actually solve the pressing problem of present procrastination. This film looks at...
Great Big Story
Barn owls, The unsung heroes of Napa Valley vineyards
Discover how barn owls contribute to vineyard health in Napa Valley through natural pest control, reducing the need for harmful chemicals.
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Polar And Nonpolar Covalent Bonds: Easy Explanation With Examples - Chemistry Basics
Are you struggling to understand the difference between polar and nonpolar covalent bonds? This video explains these important chemistry concepts with simple explanations and clear examples. Learn how electronegativity affects bond...
Great Big Story
The Brothers' Intimate Journey, 15 Triathlons Together
Explore the inspiring story of Noah and Lucas Aldrich, two brothers who defy the odds through love and triathlons.
Great Big Story
The thrilling intensity of Olympic speed skating with Brittany Bowe
Dive into the electrifying world of Olympic long track speed skating with champion Brittany Bowe.
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There's nothing going on....what do I post?
What do you do when you don't know what to post? Like nothing is going on in your business, your not launching anything, and your industry is slow....what do you post for your marketing?
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Flight Forces: Exploring Weight in Aviation
Explore the concept of weight as one of the four fundamental forces acting on airplanes during flight. Learn how weight, the gravitational force pulling objects toward the Earth's center, interacts with lift to determine an aircraft's...