SciShow
The Zombie Planet at the Center of the Earth
For years, geologists have been searching for an explanation for two strange blobs of Earth's mantle that are denser than the rest. It turns out, they may not be original parts of Earth at all.
SciShow
This Diagram of Earth Is a Lie
When you learned about the Earth’s interior in school, you were probably shown a diagram that looked like a perfect layer cake. But we've known for a long time that that diagram is... inaccurate at best, and leaves out information that...
SciShow
Science on Trial in Italy
Hank has some thoughts on the news that several Italian scientists who were convicted of 29 counts manslaughter for making an "inadequate risk-assessment" before an earthquake.
SciShow
Can We Predict Earthquakes?
Hank talks about why it is so difficult for scientists to predict earthquakes in the short term.
SciShow
Asteroseismology: How to Explore Stars with Sound
Asteroseismology allows scientists to explore stars with sound. It can help them figure out what a star is burning and even help pin down the age of stars!
SciShow
Earthquakes Probably Won't Destroy Us in 2018
You may have read that 2018 is looking to be a bad year for earthquakes, but Hank is here to offer you some assurances.
SciShow
The Most Massive Dinosaur, and Are Earthquakes Contagious?
SciShow News introduces you to the most massive land animal ever to walk the earth (pretty much) and tells you what’s going on with all of these earthquakes lately.
SciShow
Could Scientists Predict the Next Political Crisis?
Thanks to modern science and technology, we can predict what the weather will be like in 5 days, but it’s still a bit more challenging to predict what will happen to us and our societies.
SciShow
Can We Predict Earthquakes?
Hank talks about why it is so difficult for scientists to predict earthquakes in the short term.
Curated Video
Predicting Volcanic Eruptions
Learn how scientists can predict volcanic activity using seismology to monitor lava patterns deep underground. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Scientists use seismology to predict an eruption. A "long-period event" involves...
Wonderscape
Understanding Earthquakes: The Role of Tectonic Movements
Dive into the dynamics of earthquakes, from the initial tremors to the science behind their measurement. Learn how seismologists use seismographs to detect seismic waves and locate epicenters, aiding in earthquake preparedness and the...
NASA
NASA’s InSight Lander Accomplishes Science Goals on Mars as Power Levels Diminish
NASA’s InSight lander touched down in the Elysium Planitia region of Mars in November of 2018. During its time on the Red Planet, InSight has achieved all its primary science goals and continues to hunt for quakes on Mars. The mission is...
NASA
NASA | SOHO and TRACE Solar Discoveries
On April 3, 2009, countries from around the world participated in the '100 Hours of Astronomy' webcast to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy. Produced to support the webcast, this movie highlights the discoveries of the SOHO...
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Seismology
The video explains the three main types of seismic waves that are produced when rocks move and crumble during an earthquake: primary waves, secondary waves, and surface waves. Volcanoes and Earthquakes part 10/13
Next Animation Studio
Earth’s strange blobs could be huge pieces of alien planet
Many scientists believe that the Moon formed when a Mars-sized planet, called Theia, struck Earth around 4.5 billion years ago.
Professor Dave Explains
Earthquakes and Seismology in Earth’s Interior
We just learned about all the layers of the Earth, but how did we accumulate this information? How do we know the composition of these layers and the depths at which they occur? The answer is seismology! Let's learn about the different...
Next Animation Studio
Scientists shocked by size of Mars’ liquid core
NASA’s InSight mission marks the first time humans have managed to directly map the internal layering of a planet other than Earth.
Getty Images
road traffic and Eroded glacial rock formations
road traffic and Eroded glacial rock formations, Switzerland
Getty Images
road traffic and Eroded glacial rock formations
road traffic and Eroded glacial rock formations, Switzerland
Curated Video
SYND 31 8 76: MILD ERUPTION OF VOLCANO IN GUADELOUPE
Earthquake after earthquake shook La Soufriere volcano on Guadeloupe on Tuesday (August 31st) in what scientists feared was the prelude to a major eruption. The Caribbean volcano started its current spate of tremors in July. Authorities...
Curated Video
The scientist-in-charge at the U.S. Geological Survey in Colorado describes the strength of the earthquake that struck Japan and the potential for tsunami waves hitting U.S. shores.
HEADLINE: Scientist describes tsunami danger
CAPTION: The scientist-in-charge at the U.S. Geological Survey in Colorado describes the strength of the earthquake that struck Japan and the potential for tsunami waves hitting U.S. shores....
Curated Video
Researchers at UC Berkeley are testing a prototype of an earthquake early warning system that California is pursuing years after places like Mexico and Japan already have them up and running. (August 26)
SOUNDBITE (English) Richard Allen, Director, UC Berkeley Seismological Lab "It detects the very beginnings of earthquakes using seismometers very close to the epicenter, then predicts the shaking that's going to follow so you can push...
Curated Video
Seismologists predict high probability of further quakesin Haiti
HEADLINE: Experts predict high probability of more Haiti quakes
CAPTION: A month after Haiti''s earthquake, scientists fear another one could strike before demolition crews can even reach toppled buildings to prevent more deaths. The...
Curated Video
Latest from Mount Mayon volcano, lava rolling down slopes
December 25, 2009
1. Various night shots of Mayon volcano lava rolling down slope
December 26, 2009
2. Various of Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) resident volcanologist Ed Laguerta looking at Mayon volcano...