Veritasium
Spinning Black Holes
A pulsing black hole in the centre of a distant galaxy sheds light on black hole and galaxy formation. How fast are black holes rotating and how does that rotation change over its life-span?
Veritasium
World's Lightest Solid!
Aerogels are the world's lightest (least dense) solids. They are also excellent thermal insulators and have been used in numerous Mars missions and the Stardust comet particle-return mission. The focus of this video is silica aerogels,...
Curated Video
Women in Space: Exploring the Effects of Prolonged Weightlessness
This video discusses a groundbreaking study that aims to understand how the female body reacts to prolonged periods of weightlessness, similar to what astronauts experience in space. The study involves 24 carefully selected female...
Curated Video
The Truth About Polygraphs: The Science and Limitations of Lie Detectors
This video discusses the use of polygraphs or lie detectors in police interrogations. It explains how the polygraph operates by measuring physiological responses such as heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and perspiration. However,...
Curated Video
The Science of Taste: Exploring the Wonders of our Tongue
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of the tongue and its role in our sense of taste. They discuss the basic tastes our tongues can detect, the number of taste buds in our body, and how taste and smell work together to...
Curated Video
The Fascinating Complexity of the Human Brain
In this video, we learn about the incredible complexity of the human brain, which consists of approximately 170 billion cells, including 86 billion neurons. These neurons communicate through synchronized impulses, creating brain waves...
Curated Video
The Amazing World of Bones: Discovering the Structure and Function of the Human Skeleton
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of bones in the human body. We learn that babies are born with over 300 bones, which gradually fuse to form a full skeleton of 206 bones by early adulthood. Bones are not just lifeless...
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Exploring Deja Vu: Unraveling the Mystery of the Familiar
In this video, we delve into the intriguing phenomenon of deja vu - that eerie feeling of experiencing something already seen or lived before. Exploring various theories such as dual processing, divided attention, and the hologram...
Curated Video
Understanding the Anatomy and Function of the Eye
In this video, the teacher explains the structure and function of the eye, as well as the different classifications of iris colors. They also discuss how the eye processes light and forms images, and why some people may need glasses due...
Curated Video
The World of Pizza: Exploring Unique Varieties and Origins
This video explores the fascinating history and global variations of pizza. From its humble beginnings in ancient Italy to its worldwide popularity, you'll learn about the evolution of toppings and sauces, as well as unique pizza styles...
Curated Video
The Science and History of Soap: How it Cleans and Protects
In this video, the teacher explains the science behind soap and how it cleans our skin. They discuss how soap is made from fatty acids and salt, and how it emulsifies to mix with water and remove dirt and grime from our skin. The teacher...
Curated Video
Exploring Images: From Animation to Optical Illusions
This video explores the different types of images and how they are made, including political cartoons, traditional animation, and optical illusions. It highlights the artistry and creativity involved in creating animated images and...
Curated Video
What is an atom made of
What is an atom? And what is it made of? In this video, I will be introducing you to the atom. We will also look at concepts like atomic mass, elements and isotopes.
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Discovery of Proton & Neutron
Discovery of the Proton and Neutron Background: • J.J. Thomson's 1897 discovery of the electron led to the development of atomic models. • Ernest Rutherford's Gold Foil Experiment (1911) revealed the presence of a dense, positively...
Curated Video
Thomson's Model of Atom: The Plum Pudding Model & Radioactivity
Thomson's Plum Pudding Model and Radioactivity Discovery Background: • Atoms were previously thought to be indivisible particles, as proposed by John Dalton. • The discovery of the electron, a subatomic particle, required a new model to...
Debunked
Could A Mammal As Big As King Kong Ever Exist
Could King Kong ever evolve to exist? Could we simply scale up a gorilla? How and where could this giant ape develop? Join us as we explore the science behind the king of monsters!
Curated Video
The Schottky defect and its consequences
The Schottky defect and its consequences Ionic crystals of type A B exhibit a Schottky defect, where an equal number of anions and cations are absent from lattice sites to maintain electrical neutrality. This defect is present in highly...
Curated Video
The Invention of Television: Philo Taylor Farnsworth and the Power of Visual Communication
This video explores the invention of television and the impact it has had on society. It highlights the story of Philo Taylor Farnsworth, a farm boy from Utah who had the idea to transmit images through parallel lines of light, leading...
Curated Video
The Science of Cloning: From Fiction to Reality
This video discusses the concept of cloning, explaining the different types of cloning and providing examples of cloned animals. It also addresses the misconception that clones always look identical, highlighting that while clones are...
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Exploring the Wonders of Death Valley: A Mysterious and Otherworldly Landscape
Death Valley is a vast and intriguing National Park, known for its extreme heat and arid conditions. Despite its harsh environment, it is home to a surprising amount of life, including unique wildlife and vibrant wildflowers. The park...
Astrum
What's Outside the Observable Universe?
Dark Flow. We investigate why hundreds of galaxy clusters are rapidly drifting towards a specific point just outside the known universe.
Astrum
What Black Holes Imply About Our Reality
How spacetime curvature may shape us as much as we shape it...